Carrying the Cross 1921

"Carrying the Cross" is a powerful 1921 drawing by Hungarian artist Vilmos Aba-Novak. The artwork depicts a group of figures in a dramatic and highly stylized manner, suggesting a scene of struggle and suffering. The use of dark, expressive lines creates a sense of urgency and tension, while the composition emphasizes the weight and burden of the cross being carried. Aba-Novak's signature style, blending Expressionism and Symbolism, is evident in the distorted figures and the emotional intensity of the subject matter. The work is on display at the Hungarian National Museum in Budapest, a testament to the artist's significant contribution to Hungarian art history.