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The Descent from the Cross

Ugo da Carpi after Raphael

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of the descent from the cross. The drawing shows several figures interacting with a large cross as they lower a body down from it. The central cross is emphasized with shading and linework. Other figures are depicted in various poses around the central action. The background contains simple landscape elements. The use of contrasting lines highlights details in the scene.

Artwork Details

Medium
chiaroscuro woodcut in black and brown
Dimensions
3616 × 4450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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