Kruisafneming 1805

"Kruisafneming," a 1805 print by Charles Howard Hodges, depicts the taking down of Christ from the cross, a pivotal moment in Christian tradition. This depiction features a group of individuals, likely representing the Virgin Mary, Mary Magdalene, and Joseph of Arimathea, gathered around the deceased Christ. The composition emphasizes the solemnity and emotional weight of the scene, with a stark contrast between the pale, lifeless body of Christ and the richly colored garments of the mourners. Hodges's work, now in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates a mastery of detail and an understanding of the emotional power of religious narratives.