Christ Nailed to the Cross

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490, vers 1490

This is a painting of a crucifixion scene. The image depicts a figure on a cross with two other figures on either side. The central figure is depicted in a loincloth with a halo behind their head. On the left, another figure is holding a hammer or similar tool. The colors are bright and the outlines are distinct, with the background consisting of a grassy landscape and a blue sky with swirling clouds. The style is reminiscent of medieval woodcuts.

Artiste: Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490
Datation: vers 1490
Catégorie: Estampe
Technique: hand-colored woodcut
Collection: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence: Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a painting of a crucifixion scene. The image depicts a figure on a cross with two other figures on either side. The central figure is depicted in a loincloth with a halo behind their head. On the left, another figure is holding a hammer or similar tool. The colors are bright and the outlines are distinct, with the background consisting of a grassy landscape and a blue sky with swirling clouds. The style is reminiscent of medieval woodcuts.

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490