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Symbolic Crucifixion

1922

Frantisek Drtikol

Associated Names

František Drtikol

Artist, Czech, 1883 - 1961

This is a drawing of an abstract representation of a crucifixion scene. The image features a central figure on a cross, surrounded by multiple contorted, nude figures in various poses. Shadows and highlights are used to create depth and texture. The detailed strokes and intricate linework enhance the expressiveness of the scene.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Gift of the Anne and Jacques Baruch Collection
Dimensions

image: 31.4 x 31.5 cm (12 3/8 x 12 3/8 in.)
sheet: 60 x 42 cm (23 5/8 x 16 9/16 in.)
Accession Number

2002.50.58

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Dr. Anne Baruch, Chicago; gift to NGA, 2002.

Associated Names

Mr. and Mrs. Jacques Z. Baruch

Inscriptions

lower right in image: Drtikol, 1922

Wikidata ID

Q76340183

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