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The Fall and Redemption of Man: Flagellation of Christ

Albrecht Altdorfer

Cleveland Museum of Art

Black and white engraving depicting a scene of violence. Four men are present, three are dressed in clothing typical of 16th-century Europe, with one wearing a loincloth. One man in loincloth is tied to a stone column with rope. Two other men are hitting him. A man on the left side of the image is holding a whip or a bundle of sticks. The background features stone arches and a cloudy sky visible at the top. The engraving is detailed with various textures and lines. A signature appears on the column. The image is bordered by a thin black line on a beige background.

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612 × 893 px
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