1505
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Last Judgment is a 1505 ink by Hans Baldung Grien, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a dramatic scene of the Last Judgment, with Christ at the center, surrounded by angels and saints. The woodcut is rendered in stark black and white, with bold lines and intricate details. In the foreground, a group of figures are shown being judged, with some being led to heaven and others being dragged to hell. The scene is filled with dynamic energy, with figures twisting and turning in various directions. The artist's use of woodcut technique creates a sense of texture and depth, adding to the overall sense of drama and tension in the scene. If you're interested in exploring more works from the Renaissance movement, you might want to look up 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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