Christ before Herod

Lucas Cranach der Ältere, in or before 1509

This is a drawing of a courtly scene with various figures gathered around an ornately decorated throne. The central figure is seated on the throne surrounded by cherubic figures and intricate foliage. They hold a rod and appear to be in conversation with a figure standing before them, who is restrained by a group of soldiers. The standing figure is barefoot, with a simple robe. On the right, a retinue of soldiers, clad in armor and carrying weapons, stands together. The drawing is detailed with intricate linework creating depth. The setting suggests a historical or mythical narrative, steeped in symbolism.
कलाकार
Lucas Cranach der Ältere
काल
in or before 1509
प्रकार
Print
तकनीक
woodcut
संग्रह
National Gallery of Art, Washington
लाइसेंस
सार्वजनिक डोमेन, CC0

चित्र का विवरण

This is a drawing of a courtly scene with various figures gathered around an ornately decorated throne. The central figure is seated on the throne surrounded by cherubic figures and intricate foliage. They hold a rod and appear to be in conversation with a figure standing before them, who is restrained by a group of soldiers. The standing figure is barefoot, with a simple robe. On the right, a retinue of soldiers, clad in armor and carrying weapons, stands together. The drawing is detailed with intricate linework creating depth. The setting suggests a historical or mythical narrative, steeped in symbolism.

Lucas Cranach der Ältere