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Lamentation of Christ (Glimm Lamentation), c. 1500. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
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Lamentation of Christ (Glimm Lamentation), c. 1500. Creator: Dürer, Albrecht (1471-1528)
Lamentation of Christ (Glimm Lamentation), c. 1500. Found in the Collection of the Alte Pinakothek, Munich
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The hauntingly beautiful and poignant image of the Lamentation of Christ, also known as the Glimm Lamentation, is a masterpiece of German Renaissance art created by Albrecht Dürer around the year 1500. This oil on wood painting is currently housed in the esteemed collection of the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, Germany. The scene depicts the mourning of the Virgin Mary, Mary Magdalene, and Saint John the Evangelist as they tend to the lifeless body of Christ following His crucifixion and descent from the cross. The composition is a poignant representation of the New Testament account of the Deposition and Entombment of Christ. Mary Magdalene, identified by her long, flowing hair and the jar of expensive perfume she clutches, kneels at the feet of the Savior, her face etched with deep sorrow and compassion. The Virgin Mary, her robes a riot of color and texture, cradles the limp and lifeless body of her Son, her expression one of profound sadness and maternal love. Saint John, with his stoic and contemplative gaze, reaches out to touch the hand of Christ, offering comfort and support. Dürer's mastery of light and shadow, as well as his intricate attention to detail, create a sense of depth and emotion that draws the viewer into the scene. The Mater Dolorosa, or Our Lady of Sorrows, is a powerful and moving representation of the compassion and sorrow that Mary and the other mourners felt at the loss of their beloved Savior. This painting is a testament to Dürer's artistic genius and his ability to capture the depth of human emotion in his work.
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