The Resurrection c. 16th century

Curator: Albrecht Altdorfer, born around 1480, gives us this woodcut titled "The Resurrection," a small but powerful image. Editor: It’s stark, isn't it? All that black and white contrast punches you right in the gut, creating an almost apocalyptic scene. Curator: Look at how Altdorfer uses light emanating from Christ to create a halo. And notice how he positions Christ above the soldiers; it speaks to the triumph of good over evil. Editor: The symbols here carry heavy weight. The soldiers represent earthly powerlessness, contrasted with Christ's divine authority. You can almost feel the earth shaking as he rises. Curator: Do you think that Altdorfer was intentionally portraying Christ with such, shall we say, *muscularity*? Editor: Perhaps! The Renaissance was very interested in the classical physique, but it also shows a different kind of power, something beyond mere spirituality. It's a body reborn, ready to act. Curator: It definitely makes you think differently about resurrection. I appreciate how this work continues to resonate, centuries later. Editor: Absolutely. A tiny piece, a massive theme, forever etched in our minds.