Pilate Washing His Hands 

This woodcut print depicts a scene from the Passion of Christ, showing Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea, washing his hands in a basin, while a crowd of people surrounds him. This imagery alludes to the Gospel of Matthew, where Pilate seeks to wash his hands of responsibility for the death of Jesus Christ. The scene is rendered in a detailed and expressive style, characteristic of the German Renaissance. The artist, Master S, was a prolific printmaker, active in Nuremberg during the 16th century. While the exact date of this print is unknown, the artist's signature "S" is visible at the bottom right corner. This print is a small but powerful work of art, and its detailed rendering of the scene continues to resonate with viewers today.