Artwork
The Lamentation
The Lamentation is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Master BM. It dates from 1485 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Lamentation is an engraving on laid paper created by Master BM around 1485.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts a group of people gathered around a deceased figure on the ground, conveying a somber and heavy atmosphere, as if frozen in time after a tragic event.
Technique & Style
The engraving features intricate cross-hatching, with layered lines creating shading and texture, capturing the nuances of folds and shadows.
Context
The work is characteristic of Master BM's style, which can also be seen in pieces held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
Artist & collection
