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Christ in Limbo

Albrecht Dürer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a chaotic gathering of various figures in an abstract setting. The figures are closely packed, with one holding a staff with a banner. The upper part of the drawing includes a large, monstrous face with an open mouth. The style of rendering is detailed with fine line work and textures, resembling engravings by Albrecht Dürer.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1509/1510
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
3165 × 4101 px
Public Domain
Yes
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