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Christ on the Mount of Olives

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a religious scene with four figures. One central figure is in a praying posture, and another figure holds a cup in the background. The style is reminiscent of medieval religious artwork, with bold outlines and flat areas of color. The figures wear ornate robes and are adorned with halos. The background features stylized trees and rocks.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1460
Medium
woodcut, hand-colored in orange-red, gray, green, rose, light yellow, brown, and gold
Dimensions
2797 × 3922 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette