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The Crucifixion

Albrecht Dürer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a crucifixion scene. The image shows a central figure on a cross, with a long, emaciated body and a crown of thorns on its head. There are two groups of figures on either side of the central figure. One group appears to mourn or pray, while the other carries banners, spears, or wears distinctively patterned clothing. The ground below includes a skull and a small rectangular object. The scene is detailed with strong cross-hatching providing depth to both the figures and their surroundings.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1509/1510
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
3153 × 4145 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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