Altarpiece with The Passion of Christ

Master of the Schlägl Altarpiece

Cleveland Museum of Art

The painting depicts a crucifixion scene. Jesus Christ is on the cross with his arms outstretched. He has a crown of thorns on his head and blood on his body. The cross has an inscription at the top. To the left of Jesus are several women in robes, some with their hands clasped in prayer. One woman has a halo around her head. To the right of Jesus are several men, some in military uniforms and others in civilian clothing. One man holds a spear and another holds a sword. The background shows a landscape with trees, hills, and a distant castle. The sky above is gold-colored. The entire scene is framed in a reddish-brown wooden frame. The painting is titled "Altarpiece with The Passion of Christ". The artist is Master of the Schlägl Altarpiece.