The Crucifixion

Europäische Grafik 1833–1921, 19th century

The artwork is a vertical composition depicting a scene centered around a crucifix with an embossed metallic appearance. The crucifix is positioned centrally, featuring a detailed figure of Jesus with outstretched arms. Surrounding the crucifix are several figures, each adorned with halos. These figures are dressed in richly colored garments, including shades of gold, red, and green. Two celestial bodies, a sun and a moon, appear in the upper corners against a dark, cloudy sky. The background includes architectural elements that suggest a cityscape. The entire scene is framed with a golden border.
Artist
Europäische Grafik 1833–1921
Date
19th century
Type
Painting
Medium
oil on wood with inset brass cross
Dimensions
47 × 35.9 × 2.2 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The artwork is a vertical composition depicting a scene centered around a crucifix with an embossed metallic appearance. The crucifix is positioned centrally, featuring a detailed figure of Jesus with outstretched arms. Surrounding the crucifix are several figures, each adorned with halos. These figures are dressed in richly colored garments, including shades of gold, red, and green. Two celestial bodies, a sun and a moon, appear in the upper corners against a dark, cloudy sky. The background includes architectural elements that suggest a cityscape. The entire scene is framed with a golden border.

Europäische Grafik 1833–1921