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Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment

Christoph Murer

1630

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Baroque Religious

Dominant colour

Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment is a 1630 ink by Christoph Murer, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Christoph Murer
When & what style?: 1630 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

In this woodcut, a group of men are gathered around a table, with one man standing out as he appears to be speaking or teaching the others. The scene is set in a room with a window and a door, and the men are all dressed in robes and head coverings. The atmosphere seems to be one of seriousness and contemplation. The level of detail in the woodcut is impressive, with intricate lines and textures that give the image depth and dimension. The use of shading and contrast adds to the overall sense of drama and emotion. This woodcut is a great example of the Renaissance movement, which emphasized classical ideals and techniques. To learn more about this style, check out the Renaissance movement.