Christ before Pilate

About this work

This engraving shows a busy scene with two groups of people facing each other. On the left, a man in a hat sits on a raised platform, holding a round object like a shield. Around him, others stand with tools or weapons. On the right, a shirtless man is led forward by two figures, while a crowd watches. In the background, more figures stand on a balcony, looking down. The artist used fine lines to create depth and texture, especially in the clothing and faces. Notice how the lines build up shadows—this is called cross-hatching. Try looking up cross-hatching to see how artists use it to add detail.