Behold the Son | Original Paiting

Oil on Canvas, 2024

In “Behold the Son,” the lifeless body of Jesus rests in the arms of his mother, Mary, in a moment that is both heart-wrenching and serene. The painting juxtaposes the brutal violence of his crucifixion with the tender peace of a mother’s love. Blood and wounds mark the harsh reality of his suffering, while Mary’s calm, sorrowful embrace evokes a deep, almost transcendent quiet. Her grief is palpable, yet it holds a profound acceptance of the sacrifice that has been made.

As part of the Veil of Mortality, The Lament of the Infinite collection, this work captures the delicate balance between the brutality of violence and the stillness of peace, evoking a sacred tension that invites viewers to reflect on the duality of suffering and redemption. In Mary’s arms, the Savior’s final act becomes a moment of both anguish and profound serenity, a lament that echoes through the infinite.

Original Painting Signed by Artist Josh Hernandez (Mad Charcoal)
Oil on canvas 48"x72" (121.92cm x 182.88cm)

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