Judas Iscariot | Sascha Schneider | 1908 15th Century an historical episode that had

an historical episode that had taken place over 200 years earlier

Giordano sought to convey a moral message and to encourage viewers to consider the dangers of temptation and sin

theatrical image of a mystical figure crowned and illuminated from below

the wet cobblestone streets reflect light in shimmering patches

perhaps symbolizing the pervasive nature of melancholic thoughts

Judas Iscariot | Sascha Schneider | 1908 15th Century an historical episode that had"Judas Iscariot" by Sascha Schneider, painted circa 1908, is an evocative and dark piece of art that portrays a powerful scene. The painting depicts Judas, the infamous betrayer of Jesus Christ, in a moment of torment and despair. He is shown naked, walking while bound and entwined by thorny branches that seem to both restrain and punish him. His posture is one of defeat and anguish, his head bowed and his expression sorrowful. Print: A premium