The Betrayal of Christ

Albrecht Dürer, 1510

This is a battle scene featuring a dense and chaotic array of soldiers and weapons. The detailed drawing depicts numerous figures wearing various armor types and wielding weapons such as spears and swords. They are engaged in intense action against a forest backdrop. Additionally, a large, gnarled tree is visible in the upper right corner, adding a twisted natural element. The composition conveys depth and turmoil through the overlapping figures and dynamic postures. The style is reminiscent of the intricate compositions found in the work of Albrecht Dürer.
Artist
Albrecht Dürer
Date
1510
Type
Print
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
sheet (trimmed to block): 40 × 28.4 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a battle scene featuring a dense and chaotic array of soldiers and weapons. The detailed drawing depicts numerous figures wearing various armor types and wielding weapons such as spears and swords. They are engaged in intense action against a forest backdrop. Additionally, a large, gnarled tree is visible in the upper right corner, adding a twisted natural element. The composition conveys depth and turmoil through the overlapping figures and dynamic postures. The style is reminiscent of the intricate compositions found in the work of Albrecht Dürer.

Albrecht Dürer