Thief on cross in terracotta 30 cm Angela Tripi
Thief on cross in terracotta 30 cm Angela Tripi. This work, 30 cm high and with a 60x33 cm cross, is made entirely by hand in terracotta. The sculpture represents the other thief crucified alongside Christ, an iconic theme of the Christian tradition. The artist meticulously took care of every detail, from anatomical features to facial expressions, to capture the essence of suffering and redemption. The cross is worked with precision, giving a realistic and moving dimension to the work. Angela Tr...
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Thief on cross in terracotta 30 cm Angela Tripi. This work, 30 cm high and with a 60x33 cm cross, is made entirely by hand in terracotta. The sculpture represents the other thief crucified alongside Christ, an iconic theme of the Christian tradition. The artist meticulously took care of every detail, from anatomical features to facial expressions, to capture the essence of suffering and redemption. The cross is worked with precision, giving a realistic and moving dimension to the work. Angela Tripi, originally from Palermo, is renowned for her ability to convey emotions through art, and this sculpture intensely expresses the crucial moment of the Passion. Her works reflect the influence of Sicilian culture and attention to the Italian artisan tradition.
