Head of Christ (Cascalls) facts for kids
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| Artist | Jaume Cascalls |
| Year | c. 1352 |
| Type | Carved alabaster with polychrome and gilt remains |
| Dimensions | 28.5 cm × 20 cm × 25 cm (11.2 in × 7.9 in × 9.8 in) |
| Location | Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, Barcelona |
The Head of Christ is a famous sculpture of Jesus's head. It is kept safe at the National Art Museum of Catalonia in Barcelona, Spain. This artwork is special because it shows the skill of a very important sculptor from the 1300s.
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What is the Head of Christ?
The 'Head of Christ' is a sculpture made from alabaster, a soft stone that is easy to carve. It still has some of its original colors and gold details, which is called "polychrome and gilt remains." This means it was once brightly painted and decorated with gold, making it look even more lifelike.
Who made this sculpture?
The 'Head of Christ' was created by Jaume Cascalls, one of the most important sculptors in Catalonia during the 14th century. He was known for his unique style and for working on big projects.
Cascalls's other works
Cascalls worked for almost 30 years on a special project: building a royal tomb for King Peter the Ceremonious at Poblet Monastery. This shows how important and skilled he was as an artist. Experts believe he made the 'Head of Christ' because it matches his artistic style.
Where did it come from?
This sculpture was likely part of a larger artwork called the Holy Sepulchre. This kind of artwork shows the tomb where Jesus was buried. It probably came from the church of the convent of Sant Agustí Vell in Barcelona.
What was the original sculpture like?
The way the neck of the 'Head of Christ' is broken suggests it was once part of a full statue of Jesus lying down. There is another similar statue by Cascalls in Sant Feliu, Girona, which also shows Jesus in a reclining position. This helps us imagine what the complete artwork might have looked like.
Images for kids
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The 'Head of Christ' sculpture by Jaume Cascalls.
See also
- In Spanish: Cabeza de Cristo para niños
