The Resurrection
1512
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1512
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image is a busy black-and-white scene packed with figures. At the center, a robed figure rises from the ground, holding a cross and a banner. Around them, smaller figures—some standing, some climbing—fill the space, looking upward. The background is a swirling mix of clouds and movement, with no clear sky or ground. The artist used sharp lines and deep shadows to create a sense of chaos and energy. This isn’t a calm scene—it’s crowded and dramatic, almost like a story unfolding all at once. If you like this style, check out woodcut to see how artists carved images into wood to print them.