The Taking of Christ c. 1598

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''The Taking of Christ'' (Italian: ''Cattura di Cristo'') is a painting by the Italian Baroque master Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, executed circa 1598 and housed in the National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin. This arresting depiction of the arrest of Jesus by the Roman soldiers in the Garden of Gethsemane is renowned for its dramatic realism, chiaroscuro, and emotional intensity, hallmarks of Caravaggio's revolutionary style that had a profound impact on the course of Western art.

The painting, which measures 133.5 cm × 169.5 cm (52.6 in × 66.7 in), portrays the moment when Judas Iscariot betrays Jesus with a kiss, identifying him to the soldiers. Caravaggio's composition captures the chaos and violence of the event, with figures emerging from the darkness, illuminated by a lantern held by an arresting soldier. The use of light not only highlights the physical struggle but also emphasizes the psychological drama unfolding among the characters.

One of the most striking features of ''The Taking of Christ'' is the inclusion of Caravaggio himself in the painting; he is depicted on the far right, holding up the lantern. This self-portrait within the narrative scene is interpreted by some art historians as a reflection of the artist's personal identification with the themes of betrayal and redemption.

The painting's provenance is as dramatic as its content. Believed to be lost for centuries, it was rediscovered in 1990 in the dining room of the Society of Jesus (Jesuit) residence in Dublin, where it had hung for about 60 years, mistaken for a copy. Its authentication as a genuine Caravaggio has since reinvigorated scholarly interest and public fascination with the work.

''The Taking of Christ'' is considered one of Caravaggio's masterpieces, encapsulating his innovative use of light and shadow, his powerful rendering of human emotion, and his ability to convey narrative tension. It continues to be a subject of extensive art historical research and public admiration, contributing significantly to the understanding of Caravaggio's oeuvre and the Baroque period.

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