The Rosy Posy, Lisa Gloff
Figures at the Crucifixion
Figures at the Crucifixion
This 16th century gilded polychrome wood panel shows mourners at Jesus’ crucifixion, several of whom look up towards the empty center of the sculpture, where a cross would have originally been placed. It is one of three in the room depicting scenes from the Passion of Christ. All were likely made in Spain, although possibly in a Spanish colony in the Americas.
Title: Figures at the Crucifixion
Artist/Creator: Spanish
Date of Creation: 16th century
Location: Second floor, Olmsted Gallery
Artist’s Description
The sculpture of 'Figures at Crucifixion' intrigued me immensely. The linear design with 3 elements of depth made me think of a grid-like Ikebana style floral design. I interpreted the sculpture using Equisetum Rush, Cymbidium Orchid and 2 shades of Mokara Orchid, these being the primary focal blooms. I created a grid-like structure using the Equisetum Rush and incorporated the Orchids as the faces of the figures; the Mokara and other floral elements represent the flowing fabrics of the garments worn.
-Lisa Gloff
Lisa Gloff
“Designing florals for weddings is what bring Lisa joy and gives her that feel-good factor we all strive to achieve!”