Perspectives Art Explained

Rembrandt's interpretation of the crucifixion changes how you look at people

Jul 23, 2013 2 MINUTES
"For me a great work of art is something that goes beyond the image that it's depicting."

Curator Nadine Orenstein on Rembrandt's "Christ Crucified between the Two Thieves: The Three Crosses."

Featured artwork:
https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/354631

Throughout 2013, The Met invited curators from across the Museum to each talk about one artwork that changed the way they see the world.

Photography by Bruce J. Schwarz

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