Kruisdraging c. 1800 - 1838

Anthonie van den Bos’s *Kruisdraging* depicts the biblical scene of Jesus carrying the cross on the way to his crucifixion. This small etching, made between 1800 and 1838, is a powerful image of suffering and faith. The composition focuses on the figures, especially Jesus, whose body language conveys exhaustion and pain. The stark lines and the sparse details of the background heighten the drama. This work demonstrates the Dutch artist’s skill in capturing a moment of intense emotion through simple means. It is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.