This is a painting of a crucifixion scene. The painting depicts a central figure on a cross, flanked by figures on either side, set against a rich gilded background with a star pattern around the border. The central figure is draped in a blue cloth around the waist and is suspended with arms outstretched. The figures on either side appear to be in various states of mourning or reverence, some dressed in robes, with two armored figures present as well. Below, two kneeling figures hold a scroll with inscriptions. The use of blue and gold colors, as well as the intricate pattern, lends the work…
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The Crucifixion

French 13th Century

c. 1290/1295

Medium
miniature on vellum
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
overall: 15.6 x 10.7 cm (6 1/8 x 4 3/16 in.)
Culture
Arras
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Teens profiles and older: its subject is for older viewers (war, death, the Passion, drink or the like). How works are placed

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