This is a drawing of a scene featuring a figure being lowered from a cross. The composition includes dense figures in various poses. At the top center, a person is handling the cross, while others below tend to the central figure. The drawing is rich with detailed lines, creating a somber mood. The setting appears dark, with the focus on the action of descending and mourning. The arrangement of light and shadow enhances the emotional gravity of the scene.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1779
- Medium
- etching and engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2877 × 5275 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original