The artwork titled “The Man of Sorrows” was created by the Limbourg brothers and belongs to the art movement known as International Gothic. This illustration is part of the esteemed series “Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry.”
In the artwork, the central figure, identified as the Man of Sorrows, is depicted with a sorrowful and contemplative expression amidst a vivid and painstakingly detailed Gothic backdrop. The background showcases a meticulously crafted landscape with hills, rivers, and a distant castle, reflecting the International Gothic style’s emphasis on intricate details and realism. Flanking the central figure are two elegantly dressed figures, possibly symbolizing attendants or worshippers, positioned in prayerful postures, each standing on ornately carved pedestals. The architectural elements surrounding the scene exhibit exquisite craftsmanship, with Gothic arches and statues intricately adorning the frame. Below the central depiction, a scroll with illuminated text and two cherubic figures holding a heraldic shield enhance the visual and symbolic richness of the illustration.
