Christ Nailed to the Cross

Deutsche Grafik 1460–1470, circa 1470/1480

This is a painting of a crucifixion scene. The image depicts several figures surrounding a crucified figure, with prominent use of red, green, and brown in their garments and the surrounding landscape. The background is filled with a patterned texture, creating a contrast with the figures in the foreground. A decorative border surrounds the entire scene, containing intricate patterns in a golden hue. The painting appears to have been created in a woodblock printing style.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1460–1470
Datazione
circa 1470/1480
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
metalcut, hand-colored in yellow, red-brown lake, and green
Dimensioni
6,3 × 4,9 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a painting of a crucifixion scene. The image depicts several figures surrounding a crucified figure, with prominent use of red, green, and brown in their garments and the surrounding landscape. The background is filled with a patterned texture, creating a contrast with the figures in the foreground. A decorative border surrounds the entire scene, containing intricate patterns in a golden hue. The painting appears to have been created in a woodblock printing style.

Deutsche Grafik 1460–1470