"Merciful
Christ."
Acrylic & oil on canvas 3' x 5'
"Cristo Misericordioso". 91 x 152
cm.
Inspired in the book "Diary: Divine Mercy in
My Soul," by
Saint Maria Faustyna Kowalska, this
painting features a central figure of Christ, depicted with a halo
around His head, symbolizing holiness and divinity. Christ is shown
with an upward gesture of the right hand, while the left pointing to
the chest radiating numerous beams of light, primarily in white and
red, which could symbolize purity and sacrifice. These beams create
a dramatic effect, emphasizing the divine nature of the figure.
The background of the painting is a dark sky filled with stars,
adding to the celestial atmosphere. At the bottom of the painting,
there is a field of colorful flowers in various hues, suggesting
abundance and life. This contrast between the dark sky and the
vibrant flowers may represent themes of hope, resurrection, or the
juxtaposition of divine and earthly realms.
The text at the bottom of the artwork reads “CRISTO CREO EN TI,”
which translates to “Christ I believe in you” from Spanish. This
message adds a personal and comforting element to the painting,
reinforcing the theme of mercy and faith.
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