The Seven Sorrows 1500

"The Seven Sorrows" is a 1500 artwork by the renowned German Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. This woodcut, now housed in the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, Germany, depicts the seven sorrows of the Virgin Mary, a significant theme in Catholic tradition. The piece is divided into seven distinct scenes, each portraying a moment of grief for Mary, ranging from the prophecy of Simeon to the crucifixion of Christ. Dürer's characteristic meticulous detail and realistic portrayal of figures and landscapes contribute to the powerful emotional impact of this artwork.