The Three Women at the Tomb [recto] c. 1600

This anonymous black chalk drawing from around 1600 depicts the biblical scene of the three women at the tomb of Jesus. The three women, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome, are depicted in the foreground, their faces filled with grief and wonder. An angel is shown in the upper left corner, hovering above the tomb. The image is rendered with fine detail and strong contrasts, creating a dramatic and emotional effect. The drawing is a powerful testament to the enduring power of religious art and its ability to evoke profound emotion in the viewer.