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A Centurion piercing a lance through the dead body of Christ on the Cross between the two thieves

A Centurion piercing a lance through the dead body of Christ on the Cross between the two thieves

Artist:

Date:

15th–16th century

Location:

Not on display

Century:

15th Century AD

Media:

Etching

Dimensions:

33.7 x 21.6 cm (image)

Department:

Achenbach Foundation

Object Type:

Country:

Continent:

Europe

Accession Number:

1963.30.34590

Acquisition Date:

1963-04-09

Credit Line:

Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts

Biblical crucifixion scene shows Christ and two thieves. Enemies watch on as blood flows from spear's wounds, while family members mourn below.

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