Grieving under the cross c. 1480 - 1490

Martin Schongauer's "Grieving under the cross" is a masterful engraving depicting four figures in mourning. The composition showcases the artist's attention to detail, evident in the intricately rendered drapery folds. Created between 1480 and 1490, this artwork exemplifies the late Gothic style prevalent in Northern Europe during the 15th century. Schongauer, a renowned printmaker, employed masterful use of line and shading to create a sense of emotional depth in the sorrowful faces. The work is now part of the Städel Museum collection, a testament to Schongauer's enduring influence on the history of printmaking.