Christ on the Cross with a Grape Vine

Französische Grafik 1285–1700, ca. 1490/1500

This is a drawing of a crucifixion scene with a figure on a cross draped with vines producing purple clusters. Below the figure, a person in a purple robe is present. The ground is decorated with plants and foliage. The colors are soft yet vibrant, enhancing the medieval style of the illustration. At the top of the cross is the inscription "INRI".
Kunstenaar
Französische Grafik 1285–1700
Datering
ca. 1490/1500
Soort
Prent
Techniek
woodcut with hand-coloring on laid paper
Afmetingen
11,5 × 8,5 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This is a drawing of a crucifixion scene with a figure on a cross draped with vines producing purple clusters. Below the figure, a person in a purple robe is present. The ground is decorated with plants and foliage. The colors are soft yet vibrant, enhancing the medieval style of the illustration. At the top of the cross is the inscription "INRI".

Französische Grafik 1285–1700