1509
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Resurrection is a 1509 ink by Lucas Cranach the Elder, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a dramatic scene of a muscular, hairy figure rising from a tomb. Around him, soldiers sleep or cower, some wearing armor and helmets. The tomb is open, and the figure’s arms are raised as if breaking free. In the background, a tree and a small building add depth to the chaotic scene. Notice the tiny, detailed faces of the soldiers—some look peaceful, others terrified. The artist packed a lot of action into a small space, using sharp lines to show movement. This is made using the technique: woodcut.
Lucas Cranach the Elder was a German Renaissance painter and printmaker in woodcut and engraving.
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