Why it matters
Christ falls under the cross while his mother collapses in agony ('Lo Spasimo') and Simon of Cyrene lifts the cross. It is an important work for the development of Raphael's style.
Did you know?
- It dates from around 1514–1516.
- It is also known as Il Spasimo di Sicilia.
- The four Marys stand on the right.
Based on the Wikipedia article Christ Falling on the Way to Calvary (CC BY-SA 4.0).
