Cloud of Witnesses

Print

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Calvin University Center Art Gallery

A group of somber figures in a highly detailed, monochromatic setting, with some individuals appearing to be in chains and others holding long objects. The scene conveys a sense of tension and drama, suggesting themes of captivity or judgment amidst a shadowy backdrop, accentuated by expressive postures.

A group of somber figures in a highly detailed, monochromatic setting, with some individuals appearing to be in chains and others holding long objects. The scene conveys a sense of tension and drama, suggesting themes of captivity or judgment amidst a shadowy backdrop, accentuated by expressive postures.

Name/Title

Cloud of Witnesses

Entry/Object ID

2006.7.1.7

Description

Part of the CIVA Florence Portfolio. Figures dressed in white and black cloaks stand in a dark setting holding chains, a sword, a lectern, and other symbols.

Type of Print

Intaglio

Category

Vault, People, Abstract

Made/Created

Artist

Tanja Butler

Date made

1993

Dimensions

Dimension Description

image size

Height

17-3/4 in

Width

23-3/4 in

Dimension Description

mat size

Height

32 in

Width

24 in

Exhibitions

Florence Portfolio - Center Art Gallery, Calvin College: October 21, 2010 - February 5, 2011
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ Woodlawn CRC Ministry Center: April 19-June 24, 2013
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ Dordt College, Campus Center Art Gallery: January - February 2014
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ ICCF: Grand Rapids, MI: March 6 - June 14, 2015
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ LaGrave CRC: Florence Portfolio – Grand Rapids, MI: May 11 – September 2025