Station of the Cross No. 6: "Veronica Renders Service to Jesus"

c. 1936

Geoffrey Holt

Associated Names
Geoffrey Holt

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a group of figures gathered around a constructed structure. The figures are depicted in a manner that is stylized and reminiscent of medieval or early Renaissance art, with elongated forms and expressive postures. The composition is densely packed, with figures overlapping and interacting closely with each other. The colors used are earthy and subdued, with a predominance of reds, browns, blues, and beiges. This is in the style of Georges Rouault, characterized by bold outlines and emotive expressions. The scene appears to be of a ceremonial or ritualistic nature, as indicated by the central horizontal structure that the figures seem to focus on or support. The overall atmosphere is one of solemnity and attention, with each figure appearing deeply engaged in the action taking place.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 47.5 × 60 cm (18 11/16 × 23 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: Approximately 30 x 50 in.

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6743


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Geoffrey Holt

Wikidata ID

Q64571117

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