The Virgin fainting and being supported in the arms of the holy women 1531 - 1576

"The Virgin fainting and being supported in the arms of the holy women" is an engraving by Giulio Bonasone created between 1531 and 1576. It depicts the moment when the Virgin Mary faints after the crucifixion of Jesus. The scene is full of drama, with the Virgin Mary being held by two other women, while a third woman looks on in sorrow. Bonasone was known for his detailed and expressive engravings, and this piece is no exception. This engraving, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the artist's mastery of the medium and his ability to capture the emotional intensity of a biblical scene.