Christus bezwijkt onder het gewicht van het kruis c. 1576 - 1624

"Christus bezwijkt onder het gewicht van het kruis" (Christus collapses under the weight of the cross), an engraving by Francesco Villamena, depicts the moment in the Passion of Christ when Jesus falls under the weight of the cross. The scene is presented with vivid detail, showcasing the emotional anguish of the moment. Villamena's precise lines and expressive figures are characteristic of his work. This engraving, likely produced between 1576 and 1624, exemplifies the artistic mastery of the Italian Baroque period, which favored dramatic compositions and emotional intensity. The scene highlights the suffering of Christ, a central theme in Christian art, and draws viewers into the pathos of the moment.