Calvarieberg 1569

"Calvarieberg" is a 1569 etching by the Italian artist Giovanni Battista Fontana (1524-1587). It depicts the crucifixion of Jesus on the hill of Calvary, with various figures, including mourners, soldiers, and Roman centurions, surrounding the central event. The scene is set against a dramatic landscape with a distant town and a cloudy sky. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. The etching is a powerful and evocative portrayal of one of the most important events in Christianity.