The Entombment, from "The Passion of Christ" 1610 - 1620

"The Entombment" is an etching by Jan Muller from his series "The Passion of Christ", created between 1610 and 1620. This print, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts the moment Jesus' body is laid in the tomb, surrounded by mourning figures. Muller's meticulous detail and dramatic use of light and shadow create a powerful and moving scene, highlighting the somber solemnity of the event. The composition is dominated by the figure of Jesus, whose limp body is the focal point of the viewer's attention. This engraving is a significant example of Muller's mastery of the etching technique and his keen understanding of the emotional power of the Passion narrative.