Mary with four holy women in a landscape, ca. 1606 – 1608

About the Work

In a state of deep despair and mourning, Mary and four other women stand in a desolate landscape. The execution with scratchy, dry strokes of the pen corresponds to the bleak mood. Small and seemingly insignificant at first sight, the drawing is distinguished by great expressive force. With just a few lines, the artist has composed an emotional depiction bringing to mind the story of the women at the tomb of Jesus.