Christ Denouncing False Prophets and Pharisees: Illustration to Matthew 7: 15-21 1530 - 1536

Daniel Hopfer's "Christ Denouncing False Prophets and Pharisees: Illustration to Matthew 7:15-21" (1530-1536) is a striking woodcut that visually represents a scene from the Gospel of Matthew. The image portrays Christ standing before a group of Pharisees and false prophets, who are shown as monstrous, satanic figures. The scene emphasizes the contrast between the righteous Christ and the deceitful false prophets, who are condemned to hellfire. Hopfer’s work exemplifies the powerful imagery used to portray religious narratives during the Northern Renaissance. This artwork is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection.