The artwork, “Lamentation over the Dead Christ,” was created by the artist Tintoretto around the year 1560. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece measures 227 by 294 centimeters and belongs to the Mannerism (Late Renaissance) art movement. It falls within the genre of religious painting.
In the artwork, the poignant scene depicts the moment of profound grief as Christ’s lifeless body is mourned by those closest to him. The composition is dark and dramatic, utilizing strong contrasts of light and shadow to heighten the emotional impact. The figures surrounding Christ are rendered with intricate detail, their expressions and gestures conveying deep sorrow and reverence. The use of light accentuates the central figure of Christ, rendering him as the focal point amidst the surrounding mourners. The painting’s somber tones and dynamic composition embody the stylistic characteristics of Mannerism, with elongated forms and a heightened sense of emotion and drama.