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Christ and the Adultress

Pieter Perret after Pieter Bruegel the Elder

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of people gathered around a central figure who is kneeling on the ground. The figure is seen from head to toe, kneeling forward with one hand extended towards the ground, with facial features partially visible beneath a hood and long flowing hair. The central figure's head is tilted down, gazing at a spot on the ground where there are writings. He is dressed in a long robe that covers most of his body. To his left stands a female figure, visible from head to toe, wearing a long dress that accentuates her waist, holding her hands together in front of her. Surrounding them is a crowd of men and women, some in long robes, some with hats or head coverings. They exhibit varied expressions and postures, with one leaning forward with a stick pointing towards the ground. The background consists of a dense assembly of people with indistinct architectural elements visible beyond them.

Artwork Details

Date
1579
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4526 × 3555 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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