Descent from the Cross 1614

This detail from Peter Paul Rubens's *Descent from the Cross*, painted in 1614, highlights the emotional intensity of the event. The image depicts a woman, likely Mary Magdalene, cradling Christ's foot as his body is removed from the cross. The dramatic light and shadow, characteristic of the Baroque style, emphasize the figures' sorrow and the physicality of the event. The detail showcases Rubens's skill in depicting human emotion through the use of expressive gestures, realistic anatomy, and subtle lighting effects.