Caption

Recto: Crucifixion; verso: Fragment of a composition, graphic artist, Crucifixion (iconographic), Jesus Christ. Plate obtained by cutting a larger matrix — on the reverse a visible fragment of etched, quite thick parallel and intersecting lines — terrain with leaves over water. Image of Christ crucified. The composition is enclosed in a triple linear frame. The engraving was made with a stylus; parts of the body are stippled. The image belongs to a series of graphic compositions depicting images that are objects of cult, most often made by anonymous engravers, often in monastery engraving workshops. Dates: 1790–1820 (recto), 18th century (verso). Medium: graphic; graphic matrix/graphic plate. Dimensions: height 7.6 cm, width 5.2 cm.

Credit line

Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A39_214

License type

Rights managed

Available size

73.3Mb (8.5Mb) / 14.2in x 20.0in / 4269 x 6000 (300dpi)

Keywords

Recto Crucifixion verso Fragment composition graphic artist iconographic Jesus Christ Plate obtained cutting larger matrix reverse visible fragment etched quite thick parallel intersecting lines terrain leaves water Image Christ crucified enclosed triple linear frame engraving was stylus parts body stippled image belongs series graphic compositions depicting images objects cult anonymous engravers monastery engraving workshops Dates 1790–1820 recto 18th century Medium graphic graphic matrix graphic plate Dimensions height 7.6 cm width 5.2 cm rectangular metal plate reddish-brown surface engraved scene central figure attached vertical cross figure's head tilted encircled radiating lines draped cloth lower body limbs extended outward crossbeam cross rests base short upright pieces ground indicated etched lines tufts grass ruled border frames plate metal surface bears scratches small spots areas darker patina places wear visible colors reddish-brown darker brown small patches darker gray.