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The Entry into Jerusalem, by Augustin Hirschvogel, ink, 1547

The Entry into Jerusalem

Augustin Hirschvogel

1547

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Entry into Jerusalem is a 1547 ink by Augustin Hirschvogel, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Augustin Hirschvogel
When & what style?
1547 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a scene of Jesus entering Jerusalem, surrounded by a crowd of people. In the foreground, a group of men are shown, some of whom are holding branches and others who are kneeling or standing. The scene is set against a backdrop of buildings and foliage. In the center of the image, Jesus is shown riding a donkey, with a group of people gathered around him. The atmosphere of the scene is one of celebration and reverence, with the crowd gathered around Jesus in a show of devotion. The level of detail in the etching is impressive, with intricate lines and shading used to create a sense of depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Augustin Hirschvogel
Artist

Augustin Hirschvogel

Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.

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