The Washing and Anointing of the Body of Christ 1638 - 1641

This drawing, *The Washing and Anointing of the Body of Christ*, was created by Flemish Baroque painter Jacob Jordaens between 1638 and 1641. The scene depicts the traditional moment of mourning and preparation for Christ's burial after his crucifixion. Jordaens uses a dynamic composition, with the figures clustered around the central figure of Christ, to capture the emotional intensity of the event. The use of brown and black washes contributes to the somber mood of the work, while the suggestion of light above the figures emphasizes the sacred nature of the scene. The drawing is held by the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.