This is a painting depicting a crucifixion scene set in a cityscape. The central figure on a cross with an inscription "INRI" above is adorned with a crown of thorns and visible wounds. Surrounding the central figure are robed figures in various colors positioned around the cross. In the background, there is a detailed landscape with green fields, a town with buildings including what appears to be a castle and a church with red rooftops. A small hill with trees and a winding path are also visible. The style is similar to the detailed woodcuts and engravings of Albrecht Dürer.

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The Crucifixion with Saint Mary Magdalene

Attributed to artist Michael Wolgemut (German, 1434 - 1519)

c. 1490

Medium: hand-colored woodcut
Classification: Print
Culture: German
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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