Christ washing the feet of his disciples
Unknown Artist
16th–17th century
Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
5 3/4 × 7 9/16 in. (14.6 × 19.2 cm)
Classification
Medals and Plaquettes
Culture
German
Department
European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
The Erich Lederer Collection, Gift of Mrs. Erich Lederer, 1986
Accession Number
1986.319.34
Tags
Art Historical Context
This intimate bronze plaquette, titled *Christ Washing the Feet of His Disciples captures a pivotal moment from the Gospel of during the Last Supper. Created by an unknown German artist in the 16th or 17th century, depicts Jesus humbly serving his apostles, symbolizing themes of humility, service, and spiritual leadership central to Christian theology. Measuring just 5¾ × 7⅜ inches, its small scale invites close contemplation, much like a personal devotional object. Produced during a period of religious fervor in Europe amid the Reformation and Counter-Reformation, such plaquettes were prized...