The Betrayal, from The Fall and Redemption of Man 1513

"The Betrayal", a woodcut from Albrecht Altdorfer's series "The Fall and Redemption of Man", depicts the moment when Judas Iscariot betrays Jesus to the Roman soldiers. The dramatic scene is set against a backdrop of soldiers with weapons, while a bright light shines from the top of the image, symbolizing the divine presence. This captivating artwork, created in 1513, captures the intensity of the biblical event through Altdorfer's masterful use of detail and composition. The woodcut is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to intrigue art enthusiasts.