Christ as the Man of Sorrows Between Two Angels 1495 - 1505

This 16th-century engraving by Israhel van Meckenem depicts Christ as the Man of Sorrows, a common theme in Northern Renaissance art, showing Christ's suffering after his crucifixion. The composition features Christ, flanked by two angels, one in deep sorrow and the other holding Christ's hand. The intricate detail of the architectural setting and the use of hatching and cross-hatching to render volume and texture is typical of the engraver's style. The print is a powerful testament to the artist's skill and the emotional impact of this iconic scene.