Artwork
The Passion: The Crucifixion
The Passion: The Crucifixion is a print by the Renaissance artist Urs Graf the Elder. It dates from 1508 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Crucifixion, part of a series titled The Passion, is a 1508 print by Urs Graf the Elder, currently housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
Depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the print shows Christ nailed to a cross with the inscription 'INRI' above him, surrounded by a mixed crowd of onlookers, some engaged in the crucifixion process.
Technique & Style
Characterized by simple geometric forms, bold outlines, and a palette of flat, bright colors without deep shading, reflecting early 16th-century printmaking techniques.
Context
This work aligns with the broader artistic trends of the Renaissance, notable for its religious themes and stylistic simplicity, contrasting with the more nuanced and shaded works that would emerge later in the period.
History & Provenance
Created in 1508 by Urs Graf the Elder, the print's history prior to its acquisition by The Cleveland Museum of Art is not detailed here.
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