Christ at center shouldering cross as he’s escorted by two soldiers. One other man leads Christ by the rope around Christ’s waist.
Remainder of title: /They conduct him to a place called Calvery. Passion 2nd at top center above title.
Additional signature information: 2 Spruce St. N.Y. (complete signature line in bottom center).
This image illustrates the second station of the Stations of the Cross and shows Jesus accepting the cross and beginning his journey towards crucifixion. Spectators along the road on which Jesus traveled believed that he was a common criminal and ridiculed him. The story reminds followers to retain the strength of their beliefs even in adversity.
