Lazarus' opvækkelse 1851 - 1855

Georg Christian Freund's "Lazarus' opvækkelse" (1851-1855) is a detailed bas-relief sculpture depicting the biblical story of the resurrection of Lazarus. The work, currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases the artist's mastery of form and composition as it portrays the dramatic moment where Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead. The figures are rendered with anatomical precision, highlighting the emotional tension and piety of the scene. Freund's "Lazarus' opvækkelse" is a testament to the enduring power of religious narratives in art.