The Crucifixion, c. 1480
Israhel van Meckenemexpand_more
Engravingexpand_more
Bequest of Herschel V. Jonesexpand_more P.68.228
Not on Viewexpand_more
The improbable image of Christ seated on the cross, awaiting death, provided viewers with a dramatic moment in which to contemplate his quiet acceptance. This type of Christ as the forlorn outcast originated in northern Germany in about 1370. Because it so perfectly encapsulated a consoling and ultimately humble Christ, versions of this pose circulated widely.
Details
- Title
- The Crucifixion
- Artist Life
- c. 1445–1503
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- P.68.228
- Provenance
- Colnaghi; Knoedler & Co.
- Catalogue Raisonne
- NGA 191; B18; Holl. 150 vii/viii LEHRS 150 vii/viii
- Curator Approved
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