Pilatus vasker sine hænder 1844

"Pilatus vasker sine hænder" (Pilate Washes His Hands) is a woodcut by Danish artist Axel Theodor Kittendorff, created in 1844. The artwork depicts a scene from the biblical story of the trial of Jesus, in which Pontius Pilate washes his hands to symbolize his symbolic denial of responsibility for Jesus's death. The artwork, held by the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a small but powerful commentary on the themes of guilt, responsibility, and the power of faith. The woodcut's detailed lines and dramatic composition create a sense of tension and intrigue, inviting viewers to contemplate the complex moral and religious questions surrounding Jesus's crucifixion.