Mater Dolorosa 1580

"Mater Dolorosa" is a 1580 painting by the Italian artist Jacopo Bassano. The work depicts the Virgin Mary in mourning, a common subject in Renaissance art. Mary is depicted with her head bowed and hands clasped in prayer, her face contorted with grief. This intensely emotional portrayal of Mary's sorrow reflects the suffering of the Virgin Mary, a powerful symbol of faith and devotion. The painting is a testament to Bassano's ability to capture raw emotion in his work.