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Four Scenes from the Legends of Judas and Pilate

Georges Hurtrel

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of four medieval scenes. The image portrays four distinct panels illustrating different narratives set against a stylized medieval architectural background. The upper left panel depicts two women kneeling in front of an altar while a third woman stands behind them. The upper right panel shows a violent scene with one figure standing over another ready to strike with a weapon. The lower left panel features a dramatic moment of distress with one figure standing near another figure lying on the ground. The lower right panel illustrates a bedroom scene with one figure standing at the bedside confronting a person in bed, with a dog on the floor. This artwork is in the style of a medieval or early Renaissance artist, showcasing detailed social interactions within a historical context.

Artwork Details

Date
in or before 1870
Medium
pen and black ink with black wash, heightened with white and gold, on gray prepared paper (grisaille)
Dimensions
3936 × 3494 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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