Who created "The Baptism of Christ"?

The Baptism of Christ was created by Jan van Scorel in c. 1535.

When was "The Baptism of Christ" created?

This artwork was created c. 1535.

What medium is "The Baptism of Christ"?

The Baptism of Christ is oil on panel.

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The Baptism of Christ

Jan van Scorel

c. 1535

Medium

oil on panel

Dimensions

h 128cm × w 98.5cm

Collection

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Materials

panel; oil paint (paint)

Object Type

painting

Subject Matter

baptism of Christ in the river Jordan: John the Baptist pouring out water on Christ's head: the Holy Ghost descends

Acquisition Method

gift

Acquired

1895

Notes

olieverf op paneel

Collection Type

paintings

About Jan van Scorel

1495–1562 • Habsburg Netherlands

Comment on works: Religious

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