The Death of the Virgin (The Dormition) 1471 - 1499

"The Death of the Virgin (The Dormition)" is a late 15th-century wood carving by Tilman Heysacker, a German artist known for his skilled craftsmanship. The relief depicts the death of the Virgin Mary, surrounded by apostles and other figures. The scene is rendered with meticulous detail, capturing the solemnity of the event and the emotion of those present. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Heysacker's mastery of wood carving and provides a glimpse into the devotional practices of the late Middle Ages.