Kruisdraging 1521

"Kruisdraging" (Carrying the Cross), a small, detailed painting by Lucas van Leyden, depicts the biblical event of Jesus carrying the cross to his crucifixion. Created in 1521, the work showcases van Leyden's mastery of Northern Renaissance detail. The scene is crowded with figures, showing the pain and suffering of Christ, as well as the contrasting reactions of the crowd. This intimate artwork, now held in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the religious fervor of the time and the artist's ability to capture human emotion with remarkable precision.