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The Resurrection

Albrecht Dürer

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing on a rectangular stone slab, with one foot on the ground and the other slightly elevated on the slab. The person has long hair and a beard, strong facial features with prominent cheekbones, deep-set eyes, and a solemn expression. They are unclothed except for a draped cloth around their lower body, holding a staff with a cross in their right hand. Beams of light radiate from their head, creating a halo effect. Surrounding them are several armored soldiers in various positions. The background includes hills, a building, and two tiny figures walking along a path. An engraved design at the bottom right corner indicates the year 1512.

Artwork Details

Date
1512
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
2652 × 4145 px
Public Domain
Yes
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