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The Body of Christ

Nicolas de Plattemontagne after Philippe de Champaigne

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a male figure lying horizontally on his back with his hands crossed over his midsection. His head is slightly elevated on a pillow or fabric, and his eyes are closed. He has long wavy hair, and a cloth is draped around his waist. There are marks on his hands and feet, and draped linens and a crown of thorns are nearby. The setting is a stone-like enclosure with a carved inscription.

Artwork Details

Date
1654
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
5383 × 3120 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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