Christ between Maria and John

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image is a woodcut depicting three individuals from the chest up. In the center is Jesus with a crown of thorns and a halo, arms crossed over their bare chest. On the left is Mary wearing a headscarf and a robe, with clasped hands and a halo. On the right is another figure with shoulder-length curly hair, a halo, and a robe, likely John. The background features a wooden cross with a small plaque. The artwork is monochromatic with detailed linework.