Christ carrying the cross. Engraving by J.K. Sherwin, 1779, after a painting attributed to J. de Valdés Leal.
- Valdés Leal, Juan de, 1622-1690.
- Date:
- 1779
- Reference:
- 23014i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
Bible. N.T. John 19.16. Soldiers mix with Jews and the high priest in the melée on the right. 'SPQR' is written on a flag. A soldier pulls the hair of one of the criminals about to be crucified. Both criminals have their hands tied behind their backs
Publication/Creation
1779
Physical description
1 print : line engraving with etching ; border 49.8 x 37.3 cm
Lettering
Drawn & engraved by J.K. Sherwin from the altar piece in the chapel of Magdalen college, Oxford, 1779
Reference
Wellcome Collection 23014i
Type/Technique
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Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores