Pietà 1867

"Pietà" (1867) by Gustave Moreau depicts the biblical scene of the Virgin Mary mourning over the body of Jesus Christ. The painting is characterized by its dramatic use of light and shadow, which emphasizes the emotional intensity of the moment. The figures are rendered in a highly expressive style, with elongated limbs and contorted poses that convey the depth of Mary's grief. The painting's somber palette and evocative imagery contribute to its powerful and melancholic atmosphere. It is considered one of Moreau's most iconic works and is housed in the Städel Museum, Frankfurt, Germany.