Corpus

Artist Statement

Christ’s Crucifixion illustrates the central paradox of the Christian faith: that an all-powerful God impoverished himself to be born with human flesh, only to be tortured and hung on a Cross. Corpus is a focused meditation on the body of Christ. In the tradition of Donatello, Brunelleschi, Michelangelo, and Cellini, Christ is depicted in the nude. The torments of a Roman Crucifixion included the striping of garments to effect the complete public shaming of the victim. Our depiction alludes to that historical circumstance. More importantly, the nudity illustrates Christ’s human nature within the context of his dual nature as God-Man. Finally, this depiction of Our Lord’s masculinity links him back to Adam’s original nudity in the Garden of Eden. That nudity is a sign of Adam’s un-fallen nature.

Corpus is a bronze sculpture intended for liturgical use or private devotion. It is ¼ life-size scale measuring 22 by 17 inches. There are several options for mounting and displaying corpus. There are two options for finish: liver-brown or muted silver patina.

Options for Corpus

There are three options for displaying Corpus:

1) Mounted on a marble base (without cross)

2) Wall-mounted on a bass wood cross

3) Table-mounted on a bass wood cross.

Price: $5,000

Please note that your sculpture will be cast in bronze after you make a downpayment for your order. Turnaround may be up to six months based on when you order.

The artists are considering offering corpus at a smaller scale. Please reach out and let us know if you would be interested in obtaining a smaller copy of this sculpture at a lower price point.

Make Corpus a part of your church, chapel, or home. Reach out to us using the form below. Please include your telephone number in the message box.