The Crucifixion

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts three figures in a religious scene. The central figure is on a wooden cross, with a crown of thorns, a halo behind the head, expressive facial features, a beard, and long hair. The body is covered with a cloth around the waist. To the left, a figure stands in a blue robe with arms crossed and a halo. To the right, another figure in a green garment and red cloak reaches out towards the central figure, holding a book, and with a halo. The background is a blue sky, with green ground, stones, and a skull underfoot. There is a scroll with lettering above the figures and additional text at the bottom.