Artwork
Life of the Virgin: Christ Taking Leave of His Mother
Life of the Virgin: Christ Taking Leave of His Mother is a print by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1504 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Christ Taking Leave of His Mother, a 1504 print by Albrecht Dürer, is a key work from the German Renaissance, focusing on a poignant moment in Christian narrative.
Subject & Meaning
The piece depicts Jesus bidding farewell to his mother, Mary, before his Passion. This scene, from the Life of the Virgin series, conveys emotional depth through the contrast of Jesus' standing figure in a long robe and Mary's seated, clasped-handed pose.
Technique & Style
Characterized by detailed realism, the print features intricate lines, shading, and a muted color palette of earth tones and blues, creating a sense of depth and solemn atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created in 1504, the work is part of Dürer's renowned woodcut series. It is currently held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
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