Kreuzigung (Crucifixion)

1922

Fritz Eduard Pauli

Associated Names
Fritz Eduard Pauli

Artist, Swiss, 1891 - 1968

This drawing portrays a crucifixion scene with various figures surrounding the cross. Some figures are on horseback in the background. Architectural elements like archways and a window frame are part of the backdrop. The composition is detailed with textured elements and contrasts of light and shadow, showing chaos and movement. The use of perspective guides the viewer's eye through the image.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Christopher and Beverly With, Washington, D.C.; gift to NGA, 2012.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1982

  • Freiburghaus, Paul. Fritz Pauli, Katalog des graphischen Werkes. Bern, 1982, no. 121.

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: In Memoriam / Geheimrat / Herman Ehtenberg / Münster i W / 28.IV.1920'; signed by artist, lower right, in graphite: F. Pauli / 1922; by artist, lower left, in graphite: Kreuzigung; by artist, lower right, in graphite: an Frau Geheimrat Mary Ehrenberg

Wikidata ID

Q76561196

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