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Christ Crowned with Thorns

Lucas Cranach the Elder

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a crowd of figures in an indoor setting with two dogs in the foreground. The scene is densely packed with figures engaged in various interactions. Several figures are holding long staffs or poles. The setting is architectural, with a doorway surrounded by classical moldings and columns. Above the doorway, there are decorative elements resembling putti or cherubs. The drawing features intricate linework and cross-hatching for depth and detail.

Artwork Details

Date
in or before 1509
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
3341 × 4835 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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