DÜRER, Albrecht: Life of the Virgin: 17. The Death of Mary

Created in 1510, this final scene captures the solemn moment of Mary's death surrounded by the apostles, showcasing Dürer's masterful use of light, shadow, and intricate linework to convey both human grief and divine transcendence. The composition exemplifies how German Renaissance artists transformed religious imagery into intimate, psychologically complex scenes that resonated deeply with contemporary devotional practices.