Graflegging 1530 - 1583

"Graflegging," a 16th-century etching by Martino Rota, depicts the lamentation over the dead Christ. This poignant scene, typical of Renaissance art, shows the grief and sorrow surrounding the death of Jesus. The figures, including Mary Magdalene, Mary, and other mourners, express their emotions through their postures and gestures. The composition, with its dramatic use of light and shadow, creates a sense of depth and emotion, inviting the viewer to participate in the poignant event. This artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Rota's skill in capturing human emotion and the power of the Christian narrative.