Voorlezen van het vonnis 1518

"Voorlezen van het vonnis" (Reading of the Sentence) is a 1518 woodcut by an anonymous artist. The image depicts a scene of public judgment, with a man reading from a scroll while a figure is brought before him. This print exemplifies the style of woodcuts popular in the early 16th century, often used for illustrating books and broadsides. The scene's stark lines and simplified forms convey a sense of immediacy and drama. It's a captivating glimpse into the visual culture and social practices of that era.