Lamentation over Christ 1441

Fra Angelico's "Lamentation over Christ," painted in 1441, is a poignant depiction of the mourning of Christ's body after his crucifixion. This fresco, located in the Basilica di San Marco in Florence, Italy, shows Christ laid out on a white cloth with Mary, John, and other mourners gathered around him. The artist's characteristic use of light and color creates a serene yet somber atmosphere, reflecting the sorrow of the scene. The composition, with its emphasis on the central figure of Christ, draws the viewer's attention to the solemnity of the moment and the enduring power of faith.