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Station of the Cross No. 12: "Jesus Dies Upon the Cross"

William Herbert

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a crucifixion scene. The painting portrays three crosses on a hill with figures standing around them. The central figure on the cross is depicted with a crown, marked with the inscription "INRI" above the cross. There are figures around the base of the cross, some with expressions of lamentation and some with red garments. On the left side, there is a round red figure while on the right is a crescent moon with a face. An animal is depicted near the central figure. The style of the figures is somewhat primitive with bold, flat colors and simplified forms.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3800 × 3020 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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