1507
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Christ Nailed to the Cross is a 1507 ink by Hans Baldung Grien, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This woodcut depicts a dramatic scene of Christ being nailed to the cross. Several men are shown in the act of nailing, with one man holding Christ's arm and another hammering a nail into his hand. The men are dressed in simple tunics and cloaks, and their faces are contorted in effort. In the background, a group of onlookers watches the scene unfold. The woodcut is rendered in bold lines and stark contrasts, with a focus on the emotional intensity of the moment. The artist's use of shading and texture adds depth and nuance to the image. If you're interested in exploring more works from the Renaissance movement, you might want to check out the artist Baldung Grien, Hans.
Hans Baldung (1484 or 1485 – September 1545), called Hans Baldung Grien, (being an early nickname, because of his predilection for the colour green), was a painter, printer, engraver, draftsman, and stained glass…
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