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Christ Crowned with Thorns

Albrecht Dürer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of figures in a columned interior. One person is kneeling in front of another seated figure, gesturing with a hand. Other standing individuals hold staffs or sticks. In the background, there are architectural elements like arches and fluted columns. The figures are intricately detailed, with expressive faces and dynamic poses conveying tension. The drawing has a monochromatic color scheme and uses intricate linework and shading techniques for texture and dimension.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1509/1510
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
3211 × 4190 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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