Die Auferweckung des Jünglings zu Nain 1838

"Die Auferweckung des Jünglings zu Nain" is a 1838 drawing by Carl Hoff depicting the biblical story of Jesus raising the son of the widow of Nain from the dead. The scene unfolds before a city gate, capturing the dramatic moment of Jesus's encounter with the grieving mother and the deceased young man. Hoff's detailed drawing showcases the emotional intensity of the event, with the figures rendered in a realistic manner, evoking the solemnity and wonder of this miracle. The work is currently housed in the Städel Museum.