Who painted Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment?

Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment was painted by Christoph Murer in 1630.

Where can I see Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment?

Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment?

Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment

Christoph Murer , 1630

Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Christoph Murer. It dates from 1630 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment is a woodcut print created by Christoph Murer in 1630, executed on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a crowded scene of figures in turmoil, with some reaching upwards and others bent over, set against a backdrop of a decaying building. A central figure gestures emphatically, conveying a sense of urgency and drama.

Technique & Style

The image is rendered in stark black lines, utilizing shading and texture to convey depth and emotion, characteristic of the woodcut technique and the style prevalent in prints of that era.