Christ Tells His Disciples of the Last Judgment

published 1630

Christoph Murer

Associated Names
Christoph Murer

Artist, Swiss, 1558 - 1614

This is a drawing of a battle scene. It depicts armored figures engaged in combat. The central figure is dynamic and muscular, wielding a shield and sword, fighting other warriors amidst fallen soldiers. The background features clouds and mountains, creating depth. The composition is detailed and linear, conveying intense struggle and movement.

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Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Inscriptions

upper left in plate on shield, Stimmer-Murer monogram: STM (Nagler Mon. V, 324); lower left in plate monogram of unknown woodcutter: MLF (Nagler Mon. IV, 1982)

Wikidata ID

Q74065574

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