The Lamentation 1495 - 1520

"The Lamentation" is a detailed pen and ink drawing by Jan de Beer, a Flemish artist working in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. The artwork depicts a scene of mourning after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, with a group of figures gathered around his body. De Beer utilizes intricate line work and delicate shading to capture the emotional intensity of the scene and create a sense of depth. This small drawing, measuring just 6 by 9 inches, is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.