Korsbæringen og Veronika med svededugen 1568

"Korsbæringen og Veronika med svededugen" is a 1568 engraving depicting the biblical scene of the Carrying of the Cross. The anonymous artist captures the emotional intensity of the moment, with Christ depicted carrying his cross towards Calvary, surrounded by figures of the Roman soldiers and mourners. The detail of the cross itself, and the way it is depicted as being carried by Christ and two soldiers, is a key element in understanding the scene. This engraving, likely part of a larger series, was created for a devotional audience, and the detail and realism of the scene would have resonated with viewers. Currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, this print is an example of the powerful imagery used to depict religious stories in the 16th century.