The Temptation of Christ by the Devil
1633
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Christoffel Jegher
Christoffel Jegher (1596–1652) was a Flemish artist, born in Antwerp.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Temptation of Christ by the Devil is a 1633 ink by Christoffel Jegher, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a dramatic scene in a forest. Three figures are tangled together: one standing, one kneeling, and a smaller figure on the ground. The trees are thick with branches, and the sky looks stormy. The standing figure has a long beard and holds something small, while the other two seem to be reaching toward each other. The title says this is about a moment when a figure is tempted by another—likely a religious story. The rough, textured lines make the scene feel intense and alive. If you like this style, look up woodcut to see how artists carved these detailed prints.
Christoffel Jegher (1596–1652) was a Flemish artist, born in Antwerp.
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