Artwork
The Small Passion: Lamentation
The Small Passion: Lamentation is a print by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1510 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1986.96
- Credit line
- Joseph Taylor Meals Memorial Fund
About this work
Overview
The Small Passion: Lamentation is a print by Albrecht Dürer, created around 1510. It is part of a series of works depicting the Passion of Christ.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a somber scene of mourning around a body, likely representing the lamentation of Christ. The simple composition and minimal details convey a sense of solemnity, suggesting its use for personal devotion.
Technique & Style
The work features chiaroscuro, a technique using contrasts of light and dark to create depth and volume. Dürer's use of this technique is characteristic of his skill in printmaking.
History & Provenance
The print is now held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. It is one of a series of works by Dürer that reflect his focus on religious themes.
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)
