Jeremias Klage 1848

"Jeremias Klage" (1848) by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld is a dramatic depiction of the prophet Jeremiah mourning the destruction of Jerusalem. Created in the 19th century, this black and white drawing, currently housed at the Städel Museum, captures a powerful moment from the Old Testament narrative. Jeremiah, seated atop a structure, is shown lamenting, his head in his hands, while another figure weeps in the foreground, creating a sense of despair and grief. Schnorr von Carolsfeld’s detailed style with its dramatic use of light and shadow emphasizes the emotional weight of this pivotal biblical scene.