The Crucifixion

1570s

Hans Bol

Associated Names
Hans Bol

Artist, Flemish, Flemish, 1534 - 1593

This is a drawing of a crucifixion scene. The composition includes a central figure on a cross, flanked by two others on crosses to the sides, set against a background with architectural elements like a church and buildings. In the foreground, figures are gathered at the base of the central cross, displaying gestures of lamentation and support. The scene is rendered in monochrome, highlighting the details and expressions of the figures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Dian Woodner

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 7.4 x 7.4 cm (2 15/16 x 2 15/16 in.) (circular)

  • Accession Number

    2008.38.3

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

J. Cremer. (Adolphe Stein, purchased 1984); Ian Woodner, New York, purchased 1984; Ian Woodner Family Collection, New York; Dian Woodner, New York; gift to NGA, 2008.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64572922

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