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The Laying in the Tomb (also known as The Deposition The
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The Laying in the Tomb (also known as The Deposition The
The Laying in the Tomb (also known as The Deposition The Entombment ) 1602-1604. Mary of Clopas with arms raised: Mary Magdalene with bowed head: Nicodemus grasps legs of dead Christ. Michelangelo Merisi de Carvaggio (1573-1610) Italian painter. Oil on Canvas
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Arms Christ Christian Dead Death Entombment Grief Head Italian Laying Legs Magdalene Mary Michelangelo Mourning Painter Raised Tomb 1602 1604 Bowed Deposition Grasps Merisi Nicodemus
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This print captures the profound emotions depicted in Michelangelo Merisi de Caravaggio's masterpiece, "The Laying in the Tomb" (also known as "The Deposition" or "The Entombment"). Painted between 1602 and 1604, this Italian Christian artwork showcases a scene of intense grief and mourning. In the foreground, we see Mary of Clopas with her arms raised in despair. Her anguished expression conveys the weight of sorrow she carries for the dead Christ. Beside her, Mary Magdalene bows her head in deep sorrow, reflecting on the immense loss they have all experienced. Nicodemus takes center stage as he grasps the legs of Jesus' lifeless body. His hands symbolize both support and reverence for their fallen savior. The composition creates a powerful visual contrast between Nicodemus' strong grip and Christ's limp figure. Caravaggio's masterful use of oil on canvas brings an extraordinary level of realism to this religious scene. Through his skillful brushwork, he captures every nuance of grief and death with remarkable precision. "The Laying in the Tomb" is a testament to Caravaggio's ability to evoke raw human emotion through his artistry. It serves as a poignant reminder of Christ's sacrifice and invites viewers to reflect upon their own faith and mortality.
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