Pietà 1850

eugenedelacroix

National Gallery, Oslo, Norway

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

charcoal art

oil painting

jesus-christ

acrylic on canvas

portrait head and shoulder

underpainting

animal portrait

christianity

animal drawing portrait

virgin-mary

christ

digital portrait

Eugène Delacroix's "Pietà" (1850) is a powerful depiction of the Virgin Mary cradling the body of Christ after his crucifixion. The painting, currently housed in the National Gallery in Oslo, Norway, captures the intense grief and sorrow of Mary, with a focus on her sorrowful expression. The dramatic use of light and shadow highlights the figures, creating a sense of depth and emotion. The artwork exemplifies Delacroix's Romantic style, known for its passion, emotion, and emphasis on dramatic imagery.