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Ecce Homo

Lucas Cranach the Elder

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing depicting a group of figures on a platform and another group below them, expressing emotion. The image is detailed with figures and architecture, suggesting a narrative scene in a crowded setting. The figures on the platform appear engaged in a moment of interaction, while below, a group of figures in armor and robes look upwards, some making gestures. The surrounding architecture includes a brick wall and wooden structure. The shading and lines suggest a woodcut print style, portraying the scene's emotional gravity.

Artwork Details

Date
in or before 1509
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
3365 × 4869 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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