Artwork
The Flagellation
The Flagellation is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Lucas van Leyden. It dates from 1509 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Flagellation is an engraving created by Lucas van Leyden in 1509. It is a print that showcases the artist's skill in the medium.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts the biblical scene of Christ being scourged before his crucifixion, showing a tense moment with figures surrounding the central figure tied to a post.
Technique & Style
Fine lines are used to create shadows and texture, resulting in a detailed and dramatic scene. The careful linework is characteristic of engravings from this period.
History & Provenance
Lucas van Leyden was a Dutch artist and one of the early practitioners of engraving in the Netherlands, known for his expertise in printmaking and genre painting.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas van Leyden (1494 – 8 August 1533), was a Dutch painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut. Lucas van Leyden was among the first Dutch exponents of genre painting and was a very accomplished engraver.
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