Lamentation of Christ
1517
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1517
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This woodcut shows Jesus’ body being carried after the crucifixion. The figures around him look shocked and sad. Mary holds his hand while others kneel close. It’s a common scene but done here in a single black-and-white sheet. The sharp lines carve deep shadows to show grief. You can almost feel the weight of his body. Check out how Campagnola, Domenico did it next.
