Christ on the Cross with Angels

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490, 1483

This image depicts a crucifixion scene with ornate decoration, including biblical figures in long robes with halos. Angels can be seen collecting blood in chalices, and the background features simple sky patterns. The border is intricately designed with floral and zoomorphic motifs, and a scroll with "INRI" is shown above the crucifixion. The painting is richly illuminated and resembles the style of medieval manuscript illumination.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490
Date
1483
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut hand-colored with gouache, printed on vellum
Dimensions
24.9 × 17.6 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This image depicts a crucifixion scene with ornate decoration, including biblical figures in long robes with halos. Angels can be seen collecting blood in chalices, and the background features simple sky patterns. The border is intricately designed with floral and zoomorphic motifs, and a scroll with "INRI" is shown above the crucifixion. The painting is richly illuminated and resembles the style of medieval manuscript illumination.

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490