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Christ Denounces the Scribes and Pharisees

Léonard Gaultier

1578

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Religious

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Christ Denounces the Scribes and Pharisees is a 1578 ink by Léonard Gaultier, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Léonard Gaultier
When & what style?: 1578 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows a group of men gathered around a central figure, likely Jesus, who is speaking to them. The scene is set in front of a large building with arches and columns, and there are other buildings visible in the background. The men are dressed in robes and are shown in various poses, some looking at Jesus and others looking away. The engraving is done in a detailed and intricate style, with many fine lines and textures visible. The artist has used cross-hatching to create shading and depth in the image. The overall effect is one of energy and movement, as if the scene is about to unfold before our eyes. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to check out the Renaissance movement.