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Descent from the Cross

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring crosses on a hill. The image shows a detailed depiction of a crucifixion scene with three prominent crosses. Two ladders are leaning against the central cross, and figures are shown on the ladders. In the foreground, there are figures in various emotive poses, some kneeling and others standing, wearing robes. The circular frame gives a haloed appearance to the scene. The background suggests a distant landscape with faint architectural elements, all intricately sketched.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1631
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
1754 × 1795 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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