Intocht van Christus in Jeruzalem by Georg Pencz

Intocht van Christus in Jeruzalem 1534 - 1535

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print, engraving

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narrative-art

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pen drawing

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print

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figuration

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history-painting

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italian-renaissance

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engraving

"Intocht van Christus in Jeruzalem" (Entry of Christ into Jerusalem) is a 16th-century engraving by German artist Georg Pencz, depicting a scene from the Bible. This artwork is considered a fine example of Northern Renaissance printmaking. The engraving, featuring a detailed and expressive depiction of Jesus riding a donkey and entering Jerusalem, showcases Pencz's skill in capturing both the dramatic and the intimate aspects of the biblical narrative. The scene depicts a significant event in the Christian faith, where Jesus's arrival is celebrated by the people. This print was likely made for a devotional audience and has been housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.

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