Figure of the Dead Christ with Mourning Angel (The Lamentation) 1695 - 1705

Pedro Duque Cornejo’s *Figure of the Dead Christ with Mourning Angel (The Lamentation)* is a drawing executed in black chalk on paper that depicts the body of Christ. It is a preparatory study for a larger composition. The artist, born in Seville, Spain, in 1677, produced a significant body of work in the 18th century. This work, with its somber and melancholic atmosphere, reflects the pathos of the moment. The sensitive and detailed rendering of Christ's body underscores the emotional impact of this iconic scene.