Deposition from the Cross 1513

"Deposition from the Cross" painted by Il Sodoma in 1513 depicts the moment when Jesus Christ is taken down from the cross. The painting depicts the emotional sorrow of Christ's followers, contrasted by the stoic faces of the Roman soldiers. The scene is set against a landscape backdrop with a distant town and a sky filled with clouds. The painting showcases the artist's skill in depicting human emotion and the dramatic use of light and shadow. This artwork provides a visual representation of the pivotal event in Christianity.