A Christian Interpretation of Picasso’s 1930 Crucifixion

Abstract

“A Christian Interpretation of Picasso’s 1930 Crucifixion” considers the background and meaning of Picasso’s painting with an Art Historical approach. It claims that although the subject matter of the Crucifixion is drawn from Christian iconography, it contains imagery which is antithetical to Christian beliefs and thoughts. This claim motivates the reader to question how a Christian ought to think about the interpretation of works of art.