Ecce Homo

Lucas Cranach der Ältere, in or before 1509

This is a drawing depicting a group of figures on a platform and another group below them, expressing emotion. The image is detailed with figures and architecture, suggesting a narrative scene in a crowded setting. The figures on the platform appear engaged in a moment of interaction, while below, a group of figures in armor and robes look upwards, some making gestures. The surrounding architecture includes a brick wall and wooden structure. The shading and lines suggest a woodcut print style, portraying the scene's emotional gravity.
Artist
Lucas Cranach der Ältere
Date
in or before 1509
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing depicting a group of figures on a platform and another group below them, expressing emotion. The image is detailed with figures and architecture, suggesting a narrative scene in a crowded setting. The figures on the platform appear engaged in a moment of interaction, while below, a group of figures in armor and robes look upwards, some making gestures. The surrounding architecture includes a brick wall and wooden structure. The shading and lines suggest a woodcut print style, portraying the scene's emotional gravity.

Lucas Cranach der Ältere