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Christ on the Cross Between the Virgin and Saint John

Lucas Cranach the Elder

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a crucifixion scene with a religious figure on the cross, flanked by two figures in prayerful poses. The central figure is depicted with a halo and an inscription above the cross. The two figures on either side are wearing long robes, also with halos. The background features a city with architectural elements like towers and a landscape of hills and trees. The ground is adorned with what appear to be bones or stones.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1502
Medium
hand-colored woodcut on vellum
Dimensions
3143 × 4601 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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