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The Small Passion: The Betrayal of Christ

Albrecht Dürer

Cleveland Museum of Art

Black and white woodcut image. Several men surround one man on the ground. The standing men wear armor and carry swords. One man on the left holds a torch. The men are in a wooded area. The kneeling man wears long clothing. Another man with long hair and beard reaches towards him. The standing men appear to be arresting the man on the ground. The image depicts intense movement and emotion. The style features detailed lines and shading. The scene appears to show a dramatic event. A man with long hair and a beard is on one knee. He appears to be Jesus Christ. The scene shows the moment of his betrayal.

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689 × 893 px
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