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