Lamentation

The Lamentation is a relief panel by the Italian Renaissance sculptor Donatello. Created around 1450-1460, it is one of his later works and is believed to be part of an abandoned project for bronze doors for Siena Cathedral.1

The panel depicts a scene of grief and sorrow, likely related to the Passion of Christ. Donatello was a master sculptor in both marble and bronze, known for his innovative techniques and deep understanding of classical art. His work often explored intense emotional expression and psychological depth, as seen in his Lamentation and other pieces like St. Mary Magdalene. The Lamentation is currently housed in the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.12