Ecce Homo

Lucas van Leyden

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a historical scene. The scene shows a group of figures in an architectural setting, with a half-dressed central figure being presented to a crowd. The scene is surrounded by imposing architectural structures with background views of mountains and a castle. The figures are intricately detailed with shading to give them three-dimensionality. The crowd below shows expressions of attention and curiosity. There is an elaborate decorative border around the scene, featuring cherubs, mythological figures, and floral motifs. The style suggests an influence of the Northern Renaissance masters.