The Lamentation of the Virgin Beneath the Cross 1566

"The Lamentation of the Virgin Beneath the Cross" is an etching by Mario Cartaro, created in 1566. This artwork, held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, depicts a poignant scene of the Virgin Mary mourning over the body of Christ, who lies dead at her feet. The etching is a testament to the emotional impact of the crucifixion and the sorrow felt by Mary. Cartaro's detailed rendering of the figures and the surrounding landscape adds depth and realism to the composition, making this work a powerful expression of faith and grief.