Who painted Christ as the Man of Sorrows?

Christ as the Man of Sorrows was painted by German 15th Century.

Where can I see Christ as the Man of Sorrows?

Christ as the Man of Sorrows is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Christ as the Man of Sorrows?

Christ as the Man of Sorrows is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Christ as the Man of Sorrows

German 15th Century

Christ as the Man of Sorrows is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Christ as the Man of Sorrows is a print made using the woodcut technique, a traditional method of printing. It is hand-colored, retaining its original hues.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts Christ with a sorrowful expression and bound hands, representing a moment of suffering.

Technique & Style

The woodcut was colored by hand in red lake, orange, blue, yellow, and green, making it a rare example of a print from its time that has retained its original coloring. The simple color palette is effectively balanced.