What is Lamentation over the Dead Christ? Lamentation over the Dead Christ is a masterpiece created in an unknown year by Andrea Mantegna. This Tempera on canvas is currently housed at the Pinacoteca di Brera. Use our interactive viewer below to explore community observations and add your own visual notes.

Detailed view of Lamentation over the Dead Christ by Andrea Mantegna at Pinacoteca di Brera

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Lamentation over the Dead Christ Analysis

Artist: Andrea Mantegna

Art StyleEarly Italian Renaissance
MediumTempera on canvas
Hosting Museum Pinacoteca di Brera
LocationMilan, Italy

About the Artwork

A depiction of the Virgin Mary and other figures mourning around the body of Christ, who is laid out on a bier.

Common Questions

Where can I see Lamentation over the Dead Christ?

This masterpiece is currently on display at the Pinacoteca di Brera.

What style is Lamentation over the Dead Christ?

It is categorized as Early Italian Renaissance.

Lamentation Christ Mourning Renaissance art Piety Mortality The Passion of Christ

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