Christ on the Cross with a Grape Vine

Französische Grafik 1285–1700, c. 1490/1500

This is a drawing of a crucifixion scene with a figure on a cross draped with vines producing purple clusters. Below the figure, a person in a purple robe is present. The ground is decorated with plants and foliage. The colors are soft yet vibrant, enhancing the medieval style of the illustration. At the top of the cross is the inscription "INRI".
Artist
Französische Grafik 1285–1700
Date
c. 1490/1500
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut with hand-coloring on laid paper
Dimensions
11.5 × 8.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of a crucifixion scene with a figure on a cross draped with vines producing purple clusters. Below the figure, a person in a purple robe is present. The ground is decorated with plants and foliage. The colors are soft yet vibrant, enhancing the medieval style of the illustration. At the top of the cross is the inscription "INRI".

Französische Grafik 1285–1700