Small Passion: The Deposition

1510

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Religious Lamentation of Christ

Dominant colour

Small Passion: The Deposition is a 1510 by Albrecht Dürer, a Renaissance work, depicting Lamentation of Christ, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Albrecht Dürer
When & what style?: 1510 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

The painting shows a scene of Jesus being taken down from the cross. It's a somber moment, with people gathered around. The artist used simple lines and shapes to convey emotion, which is interesting because it creates a sense of intimacy. This simplicity also highlights the focus on the figures and their actions. To learn more about this style, look up the technique: sfumato.