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Ecce Homo

Hendrik Goltzius

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a scene featuring a group of people surrounding a building with an ornate facade and stairs, where a figure draped in a cloth and wearing a thorny crown is displayed. The scene is highly detailed with intricate lines and hatching, creating depth and texture throughout the composition. The architectural elements include a building with large arched windows and ornate detailing, as well as medieval-style towers in the background. The figures below show varied expressions and gestures, with some holding wooden beams and others pointing or reaching out.

Artwork Details

Date
1597
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3166 × 4820 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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