Christ Bearing the Cross

Deutsche Grafik 1460–1470, circa 1470/1480

This is a drawing of a figure carrying a large wooden cross surrounded by others. The main figure is struggling under the weight of the cross, with a halo around its head. The background shows a simple architectural structure, with green hills under a blue sky. The figures around the central individual are clad in colorful garments, red, yellow, and green being the prominent colors. They appear to be either assisting or impeding the central figure's movement. The style of this illustration offers a rich texture with bold outlines and a flat perspective.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1460–1470
Datazione
circa 1470/1480
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
woodcut, hand-colored in green, red, yellow, light orange, tan, blue, black and tarnished silver leaf on laid paper
Dimensioni
8 × 5,8 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a drawing of a figure carrying a large wooden cross surrounded by others. The main figure is struggling under the weight of the cross, with a halo around its head. The background shows a simple architectural structure, with green hills under a blue sky. The figures around the central individual are clad in colorful garments, red, yellow, and green being the prominent colors. They appear to be either assisting or impeding the central figure's movement. The style of this illustration offers a rich texture with bold outlines and a flat perspective.

Deutsche Grafik 1460–1470