Ecce Homo

1549

Augustin Hirschvogel

Associated Names
Augustin Hirschvogel

Artist, German, 1503 - 1553

This is a drawing of a historical scene with architectural elements and a group of characters on a platform and others below them. The artwork depicts an urban setting with buildings in the background, with a notable central structure that features a tower and other architectural details. In the foreground, there is a group of figures engaged in conversation or gesturing. Some of these characters are gathered around a platform, where several more figures stand prominently, one of which holds a scepter-like object. On the left side of the drawing, there is a tall cross. The scene is populated with detailed figures illustrating a narrative moment. There is text at the bottom of the drawing. The composition is detailed with intricate linework typical of classical prints or etchings.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1950.17.156

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Schwarz 1971, no. 52


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1917

  • -- see Schwarz 1917 for full citation -- use 'Schwarz 1971' for Hirschvogel's "Konkordanz" prints only

Wikidata ID

Q65220497

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