Johannes de Evangelist en de Maria's bij het graf van Christus 1759

Carlo Gregori created this print, titled *John the Evangelist and the Marys at Christ's Tomb*, in the mid-18th century. Gregori lived during a time when art was deeply intertwined with religious narratives. The image presents a moment of profound grief and emotional intensity experienced by the women at Christ's tomb. Here, we witness an intimate portrayal of the Marys, their postures conveying a shared sense of sorrow and disbelief. John the Evangelist stands to the left, his bowed head mirroring their sorrow. The landscape and the tomb set a scene of desolation. Gregori’s print invites us to consider the role of women in religious narratives, not just as passive observers but as active participants in moments of crisis and mourning. It reflects the complex interplay of faith, gender, and emotion. The composition invites viewers to contemplate the personal dimensions of faith and the shared experience of loss.