Christ before Pilate (?) 1546 - 1549

Maarten van Heemskerck's "Christ before Pilate (?)" is a drawing executed in pen and ink on paper. The drawing depicts a scene from the New Testament story of Christ's trial before Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea. The drawing is characterized by its detailed depiction of the figures and the setting, as well as its use of light and shadow to create depth. The drawing's inscription "M. Heemskerck" reveals the artist's signature. This drawing was created in the Netherlands during the 16th century, and is currently held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen.