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The Lamentation of Christ. Epitaph-Painting of the Nuremberg Holzschuher Family, ca 1499. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
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The Lamentation of Christ. Epitaph-Painting of the Nuremberg Holzschuher Family, ca 1499. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
The Lamentation of Christ. Epitaph-Painting of the Nuremberg Holzschuher Family, ca 1499. Found in the Collection of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuremberg
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The Lamentation of Christ: A Moment of Compassion and Sorrow in the Nuremberg Holzschuher Family Epitaph, by Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528) This poignant work of art, titled "The Lamentation of Christ," is an epitaph painting created by the renowned German artist Albrecht Dürer in around 1499. It is currently housed in the esteemed Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg, Germany. The painting portrays the Deposition of Christ from the Cross, a scene from the New Testament that recounts the removal of Christ's body from the cross and its preparation for burial. The composition is a powerful representation of the compassion and sorrow felt by the mourners, including the Virgin Mary, Saint John, and the Magdalene, as they lament over the dead body of Christ. Dürer masterfully captures the emotion and tenderness of the moment, with the figures' faces etched with sorrow and their bodies contorted in grief. The Virgin Mary, as Our Lady of Sorrows, cradles her son's lifeless body, her expression one of profound sadness and love. The Magdalene, with her long flowing hair and tear-streaked face, reaches out to touch Christ's feet, while Saint John, with a look of deep reverence, supports Mary. The painting's intricate details and delicate use of oil on wood techniques are characteristic of the Renaissance period, making it a fine example of Dürer's artistic skill and vision. The Lamentation of Christ is not only a beautiful work of art but also a poignant reminder of the human capacity for compassion and love in the face of loss. This moving painting, with its timeless message of sorrow and compassion, continues to captivate and inspire viewers, making it a cherished piece in the collection of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum.
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