VENUSTI Marcello (Suite de) 1512 - 1579 The Crucifixion In the background, in a bluish light, an imaginary view of Jerusalem surrounded by a river with the circular temple. Oil on panel. Oak. On the reverse four small reinforcing elements. H. 27 - L. 21 cm Beautiful wood and tortoiseshell frame with accidents and missing parts. Derived from one of the three paintings by Marcello Venusti, based on Michelangelo's drawing of Christ on the Cross (London, British Museum). Patrice Dubois Expert in Ancient Paintings & Drawings 16 rue de Provence - 75 009 Paris