Christ before Pilate

Martin Schongauer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of full-body figures engaged in different scenes. In the center, a man wearing a robe and a pointed hat sits with a dramatic expression. Another figure pours water over his hands. Other figures around them wear various attires, from armor to elegant robes. Many have distinct facial features like pointed beards or flowing hair. One man wears a crown of thorns and has a serene expression. There is a chair-like structure with ornate posts and cherubic figures carved on top. Two dogs are at the bottom, one shaggy and the other lithe. The background shows a mountainous or rocky landscape.