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Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment

Christoph Murer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an animated scene featuring multiple figures dressed in historical or medieval attire. The figures are gathered around a central middle figure, who appears to be in motion or distress. The scene is set against an architectural backdrop with arches and elevated structures. The characters are detailed with textured fabrics and hair, and the drawing includes sharp lines and shading for depth and detail.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1630
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
4439 × 3175 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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