Artwork
Lamentation of Christ
Lamentation of Christ is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Michael Willmann. It dates from 1705 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Lamentation of Christ is a 1705 oil painting by Michael Willmann, a prominent Baroque artist.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a somber scene: a lifeless figure, identified as Jesus Christ, lies on the ground surrounded by mourners. A kneeling woman beside him appears grief-stricken, while another figure behind her raises a hand in lamentation.
Technique & Style
Willmann employed chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to create a sense of depth and volume. Shadows accentuate the three-dimensionality of the figures, while soft lighting highlights their skin and clothing.
History & Provenance
The painting is now part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection. Created in 1705 by Michael Willmann, it exemplifies the Flemish Baroque style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Michael Leopold Lukas Willmann (27 September 1630 – 26 August 1706) was a German painter.
