The Bearing of the Cross
Print
1498-1499 (made)
1498-1499 (made)
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This print is one of a set of 12 woodcuts that tell the story of the Crucifixion and Passion of Christ. The German painter and printmaker Albrecht Dürer transformed the narrative and expressive potential of printmaking. His 'Large Passion' series is a vivid and animated rendering of the gospel story.
On his way to execution, Christ turns to St Veronica who offers him her veil to wipe the blood and sweat from his face. It is a brief moment as Christ is propelled forward by the procession. The crowd is composed of soldiers, henchmen, officials and Christ’s followers. His mother Mary and St John are seen on the left.
On his way to execution, Christ turns to St Veronica who offers him her veil to wipe the blood and sweat from his face. It is a brief moment as Christ is propelled forward by the procession. The crowd is composed of soldiers, henchmen, officials and Christ’s followers. His mother Mary and St John are seen on the left.
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| Materials and techniques | Woodcut on paper |
| Brief description | Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528); 'The Bearing of the Cross' from the 'Large Passion' series; 1498-9; woodcut |
| Physical description | Black and white woodcut. Christ is depicted turning towards St Veronica. He is on his knees with the cross on his back. The crowd surges through the gates of Jerusalem |
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| Credit line | Bequeathed by Miss G. E. Carthew |
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| Summary | This print is one of a set of 12 woodcuts that tell the story of the Crucifixion and Passion of Christ. The German painter and printmaker Albrecht Dürer transformed the narrative and expressive potential of printmaking. His 'Large Passion' series is a vivid and animated rendering of the gospel story. On his way to execution, Christ turns to St Veronica who offers him her veil to wipe the blood and sweat from his face. It is a brief moment as Christ is propelled forward by the procession. The crowd is composed of soldiers, henchmen, officials and Christ’s followers. His mother Mary and St John are seen on the left. |
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| Accession number | E.707-1940 |
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| Record created | June 15, 2005 |
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