Deposition
work by Rosso Fiorentino
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Rosso Fiorentino: Deposition from the Cross
Deposition from the Cross, painting by Rosso Fiorentino, 1521; in the Pinacoteca e Museo Civico, Volterra, Italy.
The Deposition is a work of art by Rosso Fiorentino, an Italian painter known for his expressive style that contributed to early Mannerism. He painted this piece around 1521 in Volterra, Italy, after patrons rejected another of his works due to its perceived harsh depictions.1
A "deposition from the cross" is a common subject in art, depicting Christ's descent from the cross. While Pietro Lorenzetti also created a Deposition fresco around 1330-1340, Rosso Fiorentino's work is a distinct piece within the Mannerist movement.213
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