Untitled (Black Christ)

In this vibrant painting by J. Andre Smith, a serene figure with a radiant halo, resembling traditional depictions of a saint or spiritual leader, is depicted in front of a lively village scene with rustic houses, a prominent church tower, and several people engaging in various activities, all under a dramatic sky illuminated by dynamic strokes of light and color, which conveys a sense of community and divine presence amidst everyday life.

In this vibrant painting by J. Andre Smith, a serene figure with a radiant halo, resembling traditional depictions of a saint or spiritual leader, is depicted in front of a lively village scene with rustic houses, a prominent church tower, and several people engaging in various activities, all under a dramatic sky illuminated by dynamic strokes of light and color, which conveys a sense of community and divine presence amidst everyday life.

Name/Title

Untitled (Black Christ)

Entry/Object ID

2-5

Description

Black Christ pictured in a village

Artwork Details

Medium

oil on board

Collection

City of Maitland

Cataloged By

Anna La Sala

Acquisition

Accession

1969.001

Credit Line

Part of the City of Maitland Collection

Made/Created

Artist

J. André Smith

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Signature

Location

LLC

Transcription

Andre Smith

Dimensions

Height

24 in

Width

30 in