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Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment

Christoph Murer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of individuals engaging in a narrative scene with architectural elements in the background. The drawing is rendered in black and white with a rich use of line and texture to convey detail and depth. The central focus appears to be on interaction and movement, with characters wearing period attire. The scene is composed with a balance of light and shadow, enhancing the drama of the visual story.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1630
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
4416 × 3219 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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