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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Pilate Washing His Hands [recto] is a 1445 ink by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This woodcut print depicts a scene from the Bible, with Pilate washing his hands. In the foreground, Pilate is shown with his hands in a basin, while a servant pours water over them. The background features a simple, arched doorway with a few figures standing inside. The print is hand-colored in various hues, including lavender, rose, green, yellow, brown, blue, and red. The use of color adds depth and emotion to the scene, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figure of Pilate. The Renaissance style of the print is evident in its attention to detail and use of symbolism. The image invites the viewer to reflect on the themes of guilt, responsibility, and redemption. To learn more about this style, 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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