Christ on the Mount of Olives
1743
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1743
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a dark, swirling scene with Christ kneeling in prayer, surrounded by dramatic clouds and wind. His arms stretch out as if reaching for something unseen. In the background, a small town with spires glows faintly, while angels hover nearby, their wings blurred by motion. The artist used only black ink on dark paper to create deep shadows and sharp lines, making the scene feel intense. The text at the bottom is in Latin, praising the subject. Want to see more? Try looking up woodcut.
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