The Carrying of the Cross
1517
unspecified
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
1517
unspecified
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister
This painting shows a scene of a group of people carrying a cross, with one man in the center wearing a crown of thorns. The group is dressed in robes and cloaks, and they are surrounded by trees and hills in the background. The painting is done in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate textures and folds in the clothing. The faces of the figures are expressive and emotive, conveying a sense of sadness and solemnity. The painting is held at the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister, and it is a notable work by the artist Lucas Cranach the Elder.
