Grand School of San Rocco

The School of Venice were religious confraternities administered by wealthy Venetian's as charities for the needy. In 1564 the patrons of San Rocco decided to decorate its walls and ceilings. The paintings were executed by Tintoretto after the artist had won the commission in a bitterly fought competition.

Christ in front of Pilato By Tintoretto  (1565 -1567 shown above) 

The artist shows sincerity and devotion to the subject matter. Demonstrating the desire to experiment with new techniques in his representation of this painting.

Crucifixion by Tintoretto (5 x 12 meters) Is the most extraordinary  painting in the Scuola Grande Di San Rocco,  part of the Passion of Christ, considered a must subject for young artists, as an example of the coherence of the painting and the numerous variety of characters.