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The Crucifixion of Christ
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The Crucifixion of Christ

Bartholomeus Willemsz. Dolendo · 1589 - 1626 · engraving; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Christ on the cross with John, Mary Magdalene and Mary. Behind John stands Longinus the soldier who stabbed his lance into Christ's side to see if he was dead. Under the cross lie the skull of Adam and a snake, as a reference to the fall.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineKruisiging van Christus. 1589 - 1626. Bartholomeus Willemsz. Dolendo. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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