Christ before Caiphas, from the Passion 1472 - 1553

"Christ before Caiphas, from the Passion" is a woodcut print by German Renaissance artist Lucas Cranach the Elder. The print depicts the moment from the Gospel of Matthew where Jesus is brought before the high priest Caiphas to be tried. The scene is rendered in intricate detail, with the figures of Christ and Caiphas prominently featured, surrounded by a throng of onlookers and guards. The use of sharp lines and contrasts, characteristic of Cranach's style, creates a dramatic and evocative visual narrative. The print serves as a powerful reminder of the central event in Christian faith, the passion of Christ, and continues to resonate with viewers today.