The Entry into Jerusalem by Anonymous

The Entry into Jerusalem c. 1480

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print, woodcut

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medieval

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narrative-art

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print

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figuration

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woodcut

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line

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northern-renaissance

This woodcut, "The Entry into Jerusalem," depicts the moment when Jesus Christ rode into Jerusalem on a donkey. The scene is framed by a stylized cityscape, likely Jerusalem, with a figure possibly representing a welcoming citizen. This artwork, dating from around 1480, is a striking example of the powerful imagery of Christian woodcuts from this era. This artwork is important for its depiction of a key moment in the Christian narrative and for its showcase of the artistic style of the time.

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