The Flagellation

Lucas Cranach der Ältere, in or before 1509

This is a drawing of figures engaging in a physical altercation around a column. The image features intricate line work in black and white, resembling a woodcut style. The central figure is bound to the column, while others around prepare branches or sticks. The figures wear period clothing and display various expressions. Architectural elements are also depicted. The artist conveys intensity and narrative through textures and expressions. This style is reminiscent of a Renaissance artist like Albrecht Dürer.
Artista
Lucas Cranach der Ältere
Data
in or before 1509
Tipus
Print
Tècnica
woodcut
Col·lecció
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Llicència
Domini públic, CC0

Descripció de la imatge

This is a drawing of figures engaging in a physical altercation around a column. The image features intricate line work in black and white, resembling a woodcut style. The central figure is bound to the column, while others around prepare branches or sticks. The figures wear period clothing and display various expressions. Architectural elements are also depicted. The artist conveys intensity and narrative through textures and expressions. This style is reminiscent of a Renaissance artist like Albrecht Dürer.

Lucas Cranach der Ältere