Pietà 1600 - 1800

This drawing of the "Pietà" is an anonymous work, rendered with delicate strokes of pen and brown ink, accented by a subtle grey wash. The composition centers on the Virgin Mary cradling the lifeless body of Christ. This arrangement evokes a profound sense of sorrow and tenderness. The artist uses line and shading to define form, creating a dynamic interplay between light and shadow. Mary's draped figure forms a protective enclosure around Christ. Her face, though partially obscured, expresses a quiet grief. The lines defining Christ’s body are softer, suggesting the weight and stillness of death. The absence of a defined background directs our attention to the central figures. This reinforces the emotional weight of the scene. The drawing’s modest scale invites an intimate contemplation of suffering and compassion. It underscores the enduring power of simple forms to convey complex emotions.