Fotoreproductie van een prent naar een schilderij, voorstellende de Kruisafname before 1863

This photographic reproduction of a print depicting the "Taking Down from the Cross" was created by Negretti & Zambra before 1863. It depicts the moment when Jesus's body is taken down from the cross after his crucifixion, a central event in Christian belief. The image shows multiple figures in a dramatic composition, with the focus on the central figure of Jesus being lowered from the cross. This work is an example of early photographic documentation of art, highlighting the importance of religious themes in art and their impact on the visual culture of the time. The photograph's small size suggests it was likely part of a collection or album, showcasing the popular interest in religious art at the time.