Buda's And Monet

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Bude’s and Monet’s paintings have different subjects. They were developed in different historical periods. In relation to the subject matter of each artwork where each piece depicts a varied story line, it is imperative to underline the differences in order to understand the intention of the artists. Bude’s painting portrays the subject related to religion involving the crucifixion of Christ. The panel is quite colorful depicting a crowded illustration that captures Christ’s damnation, crucifixion, and salvation . On the left side of the panel, Jesus is given a veil by Veronica as he carries the heavy cross. In the central point, Jesus is depicted hanging on the cross. He is at the center to the two thieves that were condemned to crucifixion.

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