The Betrayal of Christ

Date15th Century

Object PlaceSiena, Italy, Southern Europe, Europe

MediumTempera on wood panel

Dimensions23 3/8 × 14 7/8 inches (59.37 × 37.78 cm)

ClassificationsPaintings

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.

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