The Man of Sorrows with the Virgin Mary and St. John the Evangelist

The Man of Sorrows with the Virgin Mary and St. John the Evangelist by Martin Schongauer
Artist
Martin Schongauer
Date
1470 - 1475
Style
Northern renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Albertina
"The Man of Sorrows with the Virgin Mary and St. John the Evangelist" is a compelling religious painting that depicts the suffering and compassion surrounding the figure of Christ. Created in the Northern renaissance style, it highlights the intense emotional expression characteristic of this period. The composition features the canonical Joseph figures of Mary and John the Evangelist mourning the crucifixion, emphasizing the human sorrow integral to Christian theology. As a masterful example of religious art, it invites viewers to reflect on themes of sacrifice, redemption, and divine suffering.

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