Cristo ante Caifás

Albrecht Altdorfer, hacia 1513

This is a drawing of a group of figures in animated discussion or confrontation outside a building. There are five figures visible in the scene, each dressed in varied and ornate medieval attire. The drawing is rendered in stark black-and-white, utilizing strong lines and hatching to convey form and texture. The detailed costumes include long flowing robes, belted tunics, and head coverings. There is a curtain or entranceway to a building in the background. The figures are portrayed in a compact arrangement, with overlapping limbs and garments that convey a sense of movement and interaction. The intricate linework infuses the scene with a lively, energetic feel.

Artista: Albrecht Altdorfer
Fecha: hacia 1513
Tipo: Estampa
Técnica: Xilografía sobre papel verjurado
Medidas: 7,2 × 4,8 cm
Colección: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia: Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This is a drawing of a group of figures in animated discussion or confrontation outside a building. There are five figures visible in the scene, each dressed in varied and ornate medieval attire. The drawing is rendered in stark black-and-white, utilizing strong lines and hatching to convey form and texture. The detailed costumes include long flowing robes, belted tunics, and head coverings. There is a curtain or entranceway to a building in the background. The figures are portrayed in a compact arrangement, with overlapping limbs and garments that convey a sense of movement and interaction. The intricate linework infuses the scene with a lively, energetic feel.

Albrecht Altdorfer