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The Lamentation of Christ, 1510 / 20 (panel)
XAM71648 The Lamentation of Christ, 1510/20 (panel) by Savoldo, Giovanni Girolamo (c.1480-p.1548); 72.5x118.5 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria
Media ID 25171608
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Apostle Apostles Aspostles Blessed Virgin Deposition From The Cross Lamentation Pieta Saint John Saint Peter Schroud Stigmata Three Maries Three Marys Cinquecento Mourning Sadness
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This print captures the essence of Giovanni Girolamo Savoldo's masterpiece, "The Lamentation of Christ". Painted between 1510 and 1520, this panel artwork measures 72.5x118.5 cm and is housed in the prestigious Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria. In this poignant scene from the Bible, we witness the profound grief and mourning following Jesus Christ's crucifixion. The three Marys - Saint Peter, Blessed Virgin Mary, and Saint John - along with other apostles gather around their beloved savior's lifeless body. Their faces etched with sadness and lamentation as they contemplate his untimely death. Savoldo expertly portrays each character's emotions through intricate brushwork and delicate shading techniques that epitomize Renaissance artistry. The composition exudes a sense of tranquility despite the overwhelming sorrow depicted on every face. The painting also alludes to significant religious themes such as stigmata (the wounds inflicted upon Jesus during his crucifixion), Christian devotion, pieta (Mary cradling her son after his descent from the cross), and biblical narratives surrounding Jesus' burial. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of Italian Cinquecento art, we are transported back to a time when faith was at its core. It serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's capacity for love, sacrifice, and resilience even in times of great loss.
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