Artwork
The Dead Christ
The Dead Christ is a drawing by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1505 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
This drawing, titled 'The Dead Christ', is a work by Albrecht Dürer, created in 1505. It is an unfinished sketch on paper, showcasing the artist's study of the human form.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts the lifeless body of Christ after crucifixion, focusing on the weight and shape of the figure rather than detailed representation.
Technique & Style
Executed in pencil, the sketch is characterized by its simplicity and emphasis on capturing the overall form of the body. The soft, worn paper and faint lines suggest a quick study.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
![Madonna and Child [obverse], by Albrecht Dürer](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/albrecht-durer--madonna-and-child-obverse--d7b8ebf05d22ebe5-w320.webp)
![Lot and His Daughters [reverse], by Albrecht Dürer](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/albrecht-durer--lot-and-his-daughters-reverse--b4ebf9b282faa17a-w320.webp)
