The Crucifixion 1503

Lucas Cranach the Elder's "The Crucifixion" (1503) depicts the central event of Christian faith with a focus on the suffering of Christ. The painting, now in the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, shows Christ crucified between two thieves, with a group of mourners gathered below. The vivid portrayal of the figures, including the detailed rendering of Christ's wounds, draws the viewer into the scene, emphasizing the pain and sacrifice of the crucifixion. Cranach's signature style, characterized by elongated figures and vibrant colors, is evident in this work, marking his position as a leading artist of the German Renaissance.