The Betrayal of Christ
Date15th Century
Object PlaceSiena, Italy, Southern Europe, Europe
MediumTempera on wood panel
ClassificationsPaintings
Dimensions23 3/8 × 14 7/8 inches (59.37 × 37.78 cm)
Credit LineFounders Society Purchase, General Membership Fund
Object numberL.2001.001.01
DescriptionIn the center, Judas in a dark cloak, betrays Christ with a kiss, while Peter, at the left, reaches down to cut off the ear of a soldier. At the left, a group of soldiers with raised spears and at the right, the remaining apostles flee. Nighttime scene with stars in the sky.On View
Not on viewLocations
- Storage - Long-term Demo Museum (Hanover Square), East Wing, European Painting Storage, Screen 1, B
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