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The Betrayal of Christ

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows six individuals in an animated interaction. Most figures are depicted from the waist up, except two shown from head to toe, and one lying down. The central figure is standing, wearing a robe and a halo, holding a bag. The figures' facial features are stylized with simple, expressive lines. The central figure has long hair, while others have short hair or head coverings. The surrounding figures wear medieval-style clothing in earth tones and blues, some with green accents. The figure on the ground is bald and wearing a garment with a white collar. One individual holds a scroll or baton, while others interact with or gesture towards the central figure. The background has a blue sky and green ground, enclosed by a red border.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1470/1480
Medium
woodcut in dark brown, hand-colored in red lake, green, blue, orange, and gold
Dimensions
2908 × 3877 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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