Man of Sorrow
- Artist
- Carlo Crivelli
- Date
- 1468
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
The painting titled Man of Sorrow exemplifies Religious painting from the Early renaissance period, crafted using tempera on wood. The artwork powerfully captures a somber moment of sorrow, likely depicting Christ or a saint, emphasizing spiritual suffering and compassion. Its style reflects the artistic sensibilities of the time, blending realistic emotion with symbolic elements. As a significant example of religious devotion, it invites viewers into a contemplative experience of faith and sacrifice, characteristic of religious art from this transformative era.
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