The Lamentation 1652

Andrea Vaccaro's "The Lamentation" (1652) depicts the sorrow of Jesus' followers after his crucifixion. The painting, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, features a dramatic composition with Christ lying lifelessly at the center, surrounded by grieving figures. The intense emotional expressions of the mourners and the realistic portrayal of Christ's wounds contribute to the painting's powerful and poignant impact, which likely resonated with the Baroque audience. The scene's realistic details, such as the crown of thorns and the nails, amplify the viewer's empathy for Christ's suffering.