The Lamentation

Europäische Grafik 1260–1800, ca. 1550

The image depicts a painting of several individuals surrounding a central seated figure. The central figure is a man with long hair and a beard, slumped with wounds visible on his body. The surrounding individuals have solemn expressions and various postures of support and mourning. They are dressed in colorful robes with detailed textures. One person holds the central figure's hand while another kneels and holds his foot. The background shows a rocky landscape and trees against a blue sky.
Kunstenaar
Europäische Grafik 1260–1800
Datering
ca. 1550
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
gouache heightened with gold on vellum
Afmetingen
21,6 × 14,5 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image depicts a painting of several individuals surrounding a central seated figure. The central figure is a man with long hair and a beard, slumped with wounds visible on his body. The surrounding individuals have solemn expressions and various postures of support and mourning. They are dressed in colorful robes with detailed textures. One person holds the central figure's hand while another kneels and holds his foot. The background shows a rocky landscape and trees against a blue sky.

Europäische Grafik 1260–1800