Entombment of Christ 

Eduard Bendemann sketched this Entombment of Christ, a scene laden with pathos, now residing in the Städel Museum. At its heart lies the body of Christ, surrounded by mourners—a tableau of grief. Note the delicate gesture of the supporting figures. This echoes the classical Pietà motif, a symbol of mourning found across centuries and cultures. It reappears in countless forms, from ancient sculptures to Renaissance paintings, each time carrying the collective memory of loss and compassion. The emotional power of this scene engages us on a primal level, tapping into our deepest fears and sympathies. The act of entombment itself carries symbolic weight, representing not just death but also the hope of resurrection. This cyclical motif—death and rebirth—resonates through various myths and religious narratives, reflecting our universal longing for immortality. The Entombment is not just an event, but a symbol that resurfaces, evolves, and takes on new meanings across time.