Genealogical Tree of Christ

Deutsche Grafik 1470–1480, circa 1470

This is a drawing of a religious scene with a crucifixion at the center. The drawing depicts a central figure on a cross, surrounded by two angels dressed in red robes positioned near the top corners of the image. Below the cross are two figures sitting and holding books, one on each side. The scene is set outdoors, indicated by leaves or tree-like elements at various points in the image. The composition is rendered in a simple yet expressive manner that emphasizes the central crucifixion and the figures surrounding it.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1470–1480
Datazione
circa 1470
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
woodcut, hand-colored in red lake, yellow, green, and brown
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a drawing of a religious scene with a crucifixion at the center. The drawing depicts a central figure on a cross, surrounded by two angels dressed in red robes positioned near the top corners of the image. Below the cross are two figures sitting and holding books, one on each side. The scene is set outdoors, indicated by leaves or tree-like elements at various points in the image. The composition is rendered in a simple yet expressive manner that emphasizes the central crucifixion and the figures surrounding it.

Deutsche Grafik 1470–1480