The Nailing to the Cross

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a chaotic scene of people climbing, falling, and struggling around a large cross. One figure clings to the crossbeam, while others scramble on the ground or reach upward. A small boat floats in the background, and the sky looks stormy. The lines are scratchy, almost like hurried sketches. The text below is in German and seems to explain the scene’s meaning, but it’s hard to read. The artist used a technique that makes the lines look rough and uneven. If you like this style, check out etching to see how it works.