The Hanging
1642
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1642
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Hanging is a 1642 ink by Gerrit van Schagen, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a chaotic crowd under a tree full of hanging bodies. Soldiers hold spears and flags, while a ladder leans against the tree. Two people in robes stand to the right, pointing at the scene. The ground is messy with scattered debris, and the sky looks stormy. The Latin text below warns about the fate of "wicked men," tying the scene to justice. The artist used sharp lines to show drama and tension. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made prints with needles.
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