Christ before Herod
Italienische Grafik 1579–1623, circa 1591
- Artista
- Italienische Grafik 1579–1623
- Datazione
- circa 1591
- Tipologia
- Disegno
- Tecnica
- pen and brown ink with brown and gray-brown wash, heightened with white gouache, on brown prepared laid paper
- Dimensioni
- 46,9 × 37,4 cm
- Collezione
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licenza
- Pubblico dominio, CC0
Descrizione dell’immagine
This is a painting of a historical scene with figures in classical attire. The image shows a gathering of figures, with one seated on a throne elevated on a platform, flanked by others who seem to be guards wielding spears. The seated figure is under a canopy, and is engaging with standing figures who appear to be in discussion or negotiation, with some in supplication or distress. The setting is a grand architectural space, with columns and arches in the background. The artwork uses a monochromatic palette of brown and beige tones, giving it a sculptural and historic feel.