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The Kiss of Judas

Augustin Hirschvogel

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a historical scene. A group of robed figures is standing in the foreground, some engaging with each other. The scene is near a fence with wooden stakes, and rolling hills can be seen in the background. To the right, a group of armored soldiers with shields and spears are approaching. The artist differentiated between various elements like the folds of the robes and the textures of the armor. Underneath the drawing, there is text suggesting the scene's significance. The attention to detail in the clothing, particularly the drapery and gesture, adds character to the scene.

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Medium
etching
Dimensions
3432 × 3454 px
Public Domain
Yes
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