Christ before Herod

Lucas Cranach der Ältere, in or before 1509

This is a drawing of a courtly scene with various figures gathered around an ornately decorated throne. The central figure is seated on the throne surrounded by cherubic figures and intricate foliage. They hold a rod and appear to be in conversation with a figure standing before them, who is restrained by a group of soldiers. The standing figure is barefoot, with a simple robe. On the right, a retinue of soldiers, clad in armor and carrying weapons, stands together. The drawing is detailed with intricate linework creating depth. The setting suggests a historical or mythical narrative, steeped in symbolism.
Уметник
Lucas Cranach der Ältere
Датовање
in or before 1509
Врста
Print
Техника
woodcut
Збирка
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Лиценца
Јавно добро, CC0

Опис слике

This is a drawing of a courtly scene with various figures gathered around an ornately decorated throne. The central figure is seated on the throne surrounded by cherubic figures and intricate foliage. They hold a rod and appear to be in conversation with a figure standing before them, who is restrained by a group of soldiers. The standing figure is barefoot, with a simple robe. On the right, a retinue of soldiers, clad in armor and carrying weapons, stands together. The drawing is detailed with intricate linework creating depth. The setting suggests a historical or mythical narrative, steeped in symbolism.

Lucas Cranach der Ältere