The High Priest before Pilate [verso]

c. 1600

German 16th Century

Associated Names
German 16th Century

Artist

This is a painting of a group of figures in a historical setting. The scene depicts a gathering of individuals in an architectural interior with columns and arches. The figures are dressed in flowing robes and distinctive headwear. The painting uses a monochromatic palette dominated by shades of grey and black with white highlights. The figures are engaged in various poses, suggesting conversation or interaction.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brush and black ink with gray wash heightened with white on gray prepared paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 20.1 x 15.5 cm (7 15/16 x 6 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.844.b

Associated Artworks

The image shows three figures facing an angel figure above. The angel is perched on a tomb with light rays emanating from its head. The figures wear long robes with cloaks covering their heads. One figure has their back turned, another holds a container, and the third holds a circular object. All figures have halos. The background consists of rocky terrain with vegetation and a cloudy sky with rays of light. The style is detailed with shading for depth and texture.

The Three Women at the Tomb [recto]

German 16th Century

1600

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891-1979], Jenkintown, PA; gift 1943 to NGA.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64571837

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