1872 Photolithograph Biblical Scenes Crucifixion Jesus Christ Judas Peter XAEA1

This is an original 1872 monochrome photolithograph of a 14th century Italian ivory diptych depicting the scenes revolving around the death of Jesus Christ. From the bottom left going across the images appear thus: Judas accepting the cash for Jesus, Judas pointing out and moving to kiss Jesus, Judas after he hung himself, Christ in the grasp of a soldier, Peter cutting off Malchus' ear, Pilate wiping his hands by his assistant with a jug, Christ bearing his Cross with the help of Simon, the Crucifixion, descent from the Cross, Entombment, both Marys at the Tomb, an angel sealing it, guards sleeping outside, Christ appearing to Magdalen, and finally, Christ delivering the Souls from Limbus.

CONDITION

This 140+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note this print has an embossed library seal in the upper right hand corner.

• Product Type: Orig. Photolithograph; Monochrome
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 5.25 inches; 15 x 13 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is pleased to offer a collection of prints from 1872 of religious art and imagery throughout the ages -- from the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Baroque eras. Depicting familiar scenes from the Old and New Testament, the collection includes illustrations from early Christianity iconography, medieval manuscripts, and the works of artists such as Taddeo Gaddi, Fra Angelico, Rembrandt, Nicolas Poussin, Rubens, and many others.

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