Christ is Pierced with the Lance 1547

Augustin Hirschvogel’s 1547 print, *Christ is Pierced with the Lance*, depicts the moment when a soldier pierces the side of Christ on the cross with a lance. The scene is set against a backdrop of a city, and there are other figures present including soldiers and onlookers. The print, which is likely based on a biblical passage from John, highlights the suffering of Christ and his sacrifice for humanity. Hirschvogel’s work was known for its attention to detail and its skillful rendering of anatomy, as seen in this scene.