Pilate Washing His Hands of Guilt for Christ's Death

Pilate Washing His Hands of Guilt for Christ's Death is a painting created by Bernhard Strigel between 1495 and 1500. 



The artwork depicts Pontius Pilate washing his hands, a scene from the biblical account of Jesus' trial. Pilate, seated on a throne, is shown washing his hands in a basin held by an attendant. Surrounding Pilate are various figures, including soldiers and onlookers, some of whom are dressed in elaborate, richly colored clothing. The background includes a landscape with a glimpse of a hilly terrain and figures involved in the crucifixion. 



The painting is characterized by its detailed rendering of figures and clothing, as well as the use of vibrant colors. The scene is set within an architectural framework, with a dark archway in the background. There are also scrolls with inscriptions visible in the upper portion of the painting. A small dark-colored dog is visible at the bottom left. The overall style is consistent with the characteristics of Northern Renaissance art. The painting is part of the collection of the Walters Art Museum. The dimensions are not provided in the metadata.