The Descent from the Cross 1715 - 1725

"The Descent from the Cross" is a drawing by Italian artist Gian Antonio Burrini, created between 1715 and 1725. This drawing depicts a scene from the Passion of Christ, where the body of Jesus is being removed from the cross. Burrini's detailed and expressive style is evident in this artwork, where the figures are captured in a moment of intense drama and grief. The drawing is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This artwork is an example of Baroque art, with its emphasis on dramatic composition, heightened emotion, and religious themes.