Le Portement de croix avec sainte Véronique

Premiers graveurs, vers 1480

This is a drawing of a scene involving a group of figures, one of whom carries a large wooden cross. The composition is densely packed with figures, each with intricate details. In the foreground, one figure holds a cloth displaying a face, while others interact with or observe the central figure carrying the cross. The background features an architectural element, suggesting a city gate or similar structure, from which spears and weapons protrude. The line work is precise, showcasing detailed expressions and clothing textures, typical of a woodcut or engraving style.
Artiste
Premiers graveurs
Datation
vers 1480
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Gravure au burin
Dimensions
sheet (trimmed to plate mark): 16,5 × 11,8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a drawing of a scene involving a group of figures, one of whom carries a large wooden cross. The composition is densely packed with figures, each with intricate details. In the foreground, one figure holds a cloth displaying a face, while others interact with or observe the central figure carrying the cross. The background features an architectural element, suggesting a city gate or similar structure, from which spears and weapons protrude. The line work is precise, showcasing detailed expressions and clothing textures, typical of a woodcut or engraving style.

Premiers graveurs