Deposition from the Cross 1565

This Renaissance-era painting by Agnolo Bronzino, completed in 1565, depicts the “Deposition from the Cross,” a scene from the Passion of Christ. The artwork captures the moment after Christ's death, as his body is lowered from the cross and laid on a linen cloth. The central figure, Christ, is surrounded by a group of mourners including Mary, his mother. Their solemn expressions and dramatic poses convey the weight of the event, while the angels above symbolize the divine presence. This large-scale oil painting is a powerful testament to Bronzino's skill in portraying human emotion and theological themes with a unique blend of realism and idealized beauty. It is housed in the Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence, Italy.