Christ in rust colored robe walking at center with cross over his proper left shoulder. Guards escort at either side. Similar image of 2007.D23 and 2007.D127.
Catalog No. (?) 196
Remainder of title: /JESUS carregado da CRUZ./ Jesus chargé de sa CROIX.
Top center in frame border “II/STATION.”
Additional signature information: loss NEW YORK, lower right corner, (complete signature line in capitals).
The Stations of the Cross refer to the depiction of activities during the final hours (known as the Passion) of Jesus Christ’s life. The events are often commemorated during the Season of Lent, especially on Good Friday when Jesus is believed to have been crucified. This print illustrates the Third Station, when Christ falls carrying the heavy cross on his shoulders. Although his fatigue is obvious, he is chastised. One of the goals of the Stations of the Cross was to remind believers of Christ’s suffering and death and to encourage prayer and meditation.