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Christ on the Cross

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a crucifixion scene. The artwork depicts a central figure on a crucifix, flanked by two figures, each adorned with halos. The figure on the crucifix appears to be wounded, with blood depicted on the hands, feet, and side. The two flanking figures are depicted in robes, one in blue and the other in red. The background is minimalist, drawing focus to the figures. The use of strong, earthy tones along with red highlights the emotional and somber tone of the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1490/1500
Medium
woodcut, hand-colored in blue-green, vermilion, lavender, brown, olive, and yellow
Dimensions
2752 × 3443 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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