Artwork
Pietà
Pietà is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Weiditz, II, Hans. It dates from 1518 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Pietà is a woodcut print created by Hans Weiditz II in 1518.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a grieving figure cradling a lifeless body wrapped in cloth, set against a rugged landscape of trees and rocks. The scene conveys a sense of sorrow and weight.
Technique & Style
The woodcut features sharp, scratchy lines and simple shapes, such as circular forms for the head and triangular folds in the cloth, to convey emotion. The artist's use of these elements creates a clear and legible image.
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