Artwork
The Lamentation of Christ
The Lamentation of Christ is a paint painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Hans Baldung Grien. It dates from 1516 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
The Lamentation of Christ is a 1516 painting by Hans Baldung Grien, a German artist known for his work in multiple mediums.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a somber scene of mourning, with a group of figures gathered around a deceased man, likely representing the lamentation of Jesus Christ. The figures' varied expressions of grief convey a sense of loss and reverence.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by vivid color and expressive detail, reflecting Baldung Grien's style, which was influenced by his association with Albrecht Dürer.
Context
The painting is a religious work, created during the German Renaissance, a period marked by a resurgence of artistic innovation and expression.
History & Provenance
The Lamentation of Christ is part of the collection at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hans Baldung (1484 or 1485 – September 1545), called Hans Baldung Grien, (being an early nickname, because of his predilection for the colour green), was a painter, printer, engraver, draftsman, and stained glass…
