Christ Driving the Moneychangers from the Temple
Artist
Rembrandt van Rijn
(Dutch, 1606 - 1669)
Date1635
MediumEtching and drypoint
DimensionsOverall: 5 7/16 x 6 3/4 in. (13.8 x 17.1 cm)
Framed: 15 3/8 x 18 3/8 x 5/8 in. (39.1 x 46.7 x 1.6 cm)
Credit LineGift of Karen and Robert Hoehn
CultureDutch
MarkingsCharles M. Lea collector's stampon verso
Inscribedp-55.
Catalogue raisonnéBartsch 69
Object numberPC2004.01.03
ClassificationsPrint Collection
DescriptionChrist, at center of image, swings a whip of cords over his head, aiming for the moneychangers in front of him. People are in the act of fleeing his wrath; tables are overturned while animals escape in fright. The high priests of the temple can be seen in the far right background, looking down upon the chaoctic scene.This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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