The Deposition and the Entombment c. 1290

"The Deposition and the Entombment" is a small, c. 1290, tempera on panel painting, depicting a scene of sorrow and reverence. The central figure is the deceased Jesus Christ laid out on a stone slab, surrounded by the grieving Mary, Mary Magdalene and others. Above them, a chorus of angels appears in a celestial sphere, expressing divine sorrow. The painting's intimate scale and vivid colors evoke a sense of both grief and hope, making it a powerful expression of faith and compassion. This small-scale artwork, likely intended for private devotional use, is a testament to the artistry and spiritual devotion of the anonymous painter.