Fragment van een Kruisiging met Johannes de Evangelist en Maria en soldaten 1500 - 1535

This woodcut print by the Master IB with the Bird, a Northern Renaissance artist working in the early 16th century, is a fragment from a larger scene depicting the crucifixion. In this small composition, a Roman soldier on horseback rides alongside John the Evangelist and Mary, highlighting the dramatic moment of Jesus's suffering and the grief of those who witness it. The detailed rendering of the figures and their expressive postures convey a powerful sense of emotion, drawing the viewer into the scene and highlighting the central religious theme. The artist's meticulous technique, particularly evident in the depiction of the horse's armor and the folds of the clothing, exemplifies the artistic skills of the period.