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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Christ on the Cross is a 1485 ink by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows Jesus Christ on the cross, with Mary and John on either side. Jesus has blood dripping from his hands, feet, and side. Mary is dressed in blue and wears a halo, while John is dressed in red and yellow. The background is a blue sky with a few clouds. The painting is a woodcut, which is a technique where a design is carved into a block of wood and then printed. The artist has used a range of colors, including blue, green, red, and brown, to create a sense of depth and emotion. The painting is a powerful depiction of a pivotal moment in Christian history. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.
This 15th-century German artist carved vivid religious scenes into metal and wood, then hand-painted them in bright, symbolic colors.
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