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.
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 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