The Crucifixion

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490, c. 1490/1500

This is a painting of a crucifixion scene with figures surrounding the central figure on the cross. The artwork is a small-scale, detailed depiction, rich in color and medieval in style. The central figure is shown on the cross, flanked by surrounding characters. The scene is set against a backdrop of blue sky and earth-toned ground, enclosed within a decorative border. The use of vibrant colors and clearly defined forms is reminiscent of illuminated manuscripts or early woodblock prints. The style is influenced by medieval religious iconography.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490
Date
c. 1490/1500
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut, hand-colored in red lake, blue, yellow, green, and vermilion
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a crucifixion scene with figures surrounding the central figure on the cross. The artwork is a small-scale, detailed depiction, rich in color and medieval in style. The central figure is shown on the cross, flanked by surrounding characters. The scene is set against a backdrop of blue sky and earth-toned ground, enclosed within a decorative border. The use of vibrant colors and clearly defined forms is reminiscent of illuminated manuscripts or early woodblock prints. The style is influenced by medieval religious iconography.

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490