The Payment of Judas

1547

Augustin Hirschvogel

Associated Names
Augustin Hirschvogel

Artist, German, 1503 - 1553

This is a drawing of a group gathered around a table. The scene depicts several figures standing around a large, ornately carved pedestal table in an interior space with a circular window casting light into the room. The figures are engaged in a discussion or transaction. One figure is gesturing to others while holding an object. Their garments have a classical or ancient appearance, with robes and detailed fabric folds. The architectural details and furnishings suggest a historic or biblical context. The drawing's lines are strong and detailed, capturing expressions and textures, typical of old woodcut or engraving styles. The bottom of the artwork contains text.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1950.17.152

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Schwarz 1971, no. 40


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1917

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

Wikidata ID

Q65220478

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