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The Trinity and Mystic Pietà

Image credit: The National Gallery, London

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The Virgin Mary and Saint John the Evangelist stand in Christ’s red marble tomb supporting his lifeless body. He is partially covered by a burial shroud, but the spear wound on his side is visible. The Virgin mourns her son, wiping her eyes with her veil. John the Evangelist places his hand to his breast, an agonised expression on his face. All three members of the Trinity are present: behind Christ is God the Father; above him is the dove that represents the Holy Ghost. In the background, dense grey storm clouds have parted to reveal a yellow-gold sky. The small figures in front of the tomb are probably the painting’s patrons. One figure raises his right hand and looks up towards Christ, creating a connection between the patrons and the holy figures.

The National Gallery, London

London

Title

The Trinity and Mystic Pietà

Date

1512

Medium

Oil on oak

Measurements

H 112.3 x W 89.1 cm

Accession number

NG1427

Acquisition method

Bought, 1894

Work type

Painting

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