Saint Philip

Lucas Cranach the Elder

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing illustrating an execution scene. It depicts a man chained to a large wooden structure surrounded by a group of people. In the foreground, several figures are on horseback, wearing armor and clothing. The man in the center is elevated above the group holding a large cross or pole. Surrounding the group are spears and flags, with a hilly landscape, trees, and a building in the background. The style is reminiscent of a woodcut engraving, showcasing detailed craftsmanship and attention to linear detail.