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Drawing on the ancient spiritual devotion of the Stations of the Cross, we invite you to participate in a journey of reflection and discovery in the city of Oxford.

7. Jesus takes up his cross

7. Jesus takes up his cross

University Church of St Mary the Virgin

Christ carrying the cross, Studio of Andrea Mantegna

Christ Church Picture Gallery

Reproduced by kind permission of the Governing Body of Christ Church, Oxford. 

This painting imitates the style of Andrea Mantegna (c1431 - 1506), a significant figure in the Italian Renaissance. The composition employs familiar iconography from the passion narratives. Simon of Cyrene carries the cross alongside Jesus, his presence accentuating the heavy weight of the cross. On the right, a Roman soldier jeers at them. Please note there is a small charge to visit the Picture Gallery. Oil on canvas backed with another canvas.

Listen to a reflection by Canon Sarah Foot, Regius Professor of Ecclesiastical History, University of Oxford  

 
6. Jesus is scourged and crowned with thorns

6. Jesus is scourged and crowned with thorns
8. Jesus is helped by Simon of Cyrene to carry his cross

8. Jesus is helped by Simon of Cyrene to carry his cross