Artwork
Deposition
Deposition is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1498 and is held in the collection of the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden.
About this work
The figures are dressed in clothing from the 15th century, with the women wearing head coverings and the men wearing turbans or hats.
This painting shows a scene with a large cross in the center, with a man's body on the ground at its base. Several figures surround the cross, with a few reaching up towards it. The figures are dressed in clothing from the 15th century, with the women wearing head coverings and the men wearing turbans or hats. In the background, there is a hill with a tree on it, and a body of water with buildings on the far shore.
The painting is done in oil paint, and the colors are muted, with shades of brown and green dominating the palette. The figures are depicted in a realistic style, with attention to detail in their clothing and facial expressions.
The artist who created this painting, Albrecht Dürer, was a master of the Northern Renaissance style, and this work showcases his skill in depicting scenes from religious texts.
Overview
Deposition, a 1498 oil painting by Albrecht Dürer, is a religious work depicting a scene from Christian iconography. It is housed in the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates the moment after Jesus Christ's crucifixion, with his body laid at the base of a central cross. Surrounding figures, dressed in 15th-century attire, convey grief and reverence.
Technique & Style
Executed in muted tones of brown and green, the work showcases Dürer's realistic approach, emphasizing detailed rendering of clothing, facial expressions, and the natural background.
History & Provenance
Created during Dürer's early recognition in Europe for his woodcuts and interactions with Italian artists, the painting's provenance is traced back to the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister collection.
Context
Reflecting Northern Renaissance influences, Deposition combines religious themes with the artist's emerging style, characterized by realism and attention to detail.
Legacy
As one of Dürer's notable early works, Deposition contributes to the artist's legacy in both painting and printmaking, highlighting his contribution to the Northern Renaissance.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
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Kreuzigung Christi
The Lamentation with the Two Thieves Crucified
Hofer Altar: Kreuzigung Christi
Crucifixion
Lamentation of Christ
Crucifixión
The Lamentation
Crucifixion of Christ
The Lamentation of Christ with a Donor
Deposition by Vrancke van der Stockt in the Alte Pinakothek
Kreuzabnahme
The Deposition of Christ