Christ Carrying the Cross
1518
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1518
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This woodcut shows a bearded man in a red robe and green hat carrying a cross. His face is serious, and his body leans forward under the weight. Around him, other figures reach out, some with crowns of thorns or tools, while a red rose floats nearby. The text at the bottom is in Latin, likely describing the scene’s meaning. The artist used bold lines and flat colors to tell the story simply. Next, check out how woodcut prints were made.
