The image depicts three men. The central man is mostly naked except for a cloth tied around his waist, and is positioned with his back slightly towards the viewer while being tied to a large column. He has a bearded face with long, wavy hair. On either side of him are men dressed in tunics, each holding a bunch of rods with which they are poised to strike the central figure. The man on the left has short, curly hair, and the man on the right has a bushy beard and hair, with his body leaning forward. The background shows other figures partially visible behind the main scene, with stone pillars and an archway creating an architectural setting. The detailed engraving highlights strong shadows and intricate clothing folds.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1512
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2785 × 4400 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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