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The Cross of Christ

Augustin Hirschvogel

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a vast landscape with a wooden cross in the foreground. In the background, there is a detailed townscape with various architectural elements like spires and pitched roofs. Rolling hills and a lone tree complete the scene. The artwork is created using intricate linework and delicate brushstrokes, primarily in brown tones on paper.

Artwork Details

Date
1548
Medium
etching
Dimensions
3432 × 3454 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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