La Grande Crucifixion

Albrecht Altdorfer, vers 1515/1517

This is a drawing of a crucifixion scene. The image depicts a wooden cross with a figure crucified upon it, highlighted by radiant lines emanating from the figure's head, while a crowd gathers at the base. The drawing shows the cross in the center and surrounded by several trees. In the foreground, a group of mourners can be seen at the base of the cross, their postures suggesting grief and sorrow. The background features a town with medieval-style buildings. The intricate cross-hatching technique adds depth and texture to the drawing.
Artiste
Albrecht Altdorfer
Datation
vers 1515/1517
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Gravure au burin sur papier vergé
Dimensions
sheet (trimmed to plate): 14,1 × 10 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a drawing of a crucifixion scene. The image depicts a wooden cross with a figure crucified upon it, highlighted by radiant lines emanating from the figure's head, while a crowd gathers at the base. The drawing shows the cross in the center and surrounded by several trees. In the foreground, a group of mourners can be seen at the base of the cross, their postures suggesting grief and sorrow. The background features a town with medieval-style buildings. The intricate cross-hatching technique adds depth and texture to the drawing.

Albrecht Altdorfer