THE NEW TES-

TAMENT OF JESUS CHRIST, HIS-

tory depicted in images. Along with certain other illustrations.

original: "Novi Testamenti Iesu Christi Historia effigiata. Vnâ cum alijs quibusdam Iconibus." The Latin term effigiata implies the history has been "given form" or "fashioned" into pictures for the viewer.

The New Testament and

History of Christ, portrayed. original: "Das New Testament/vnd Histori Christi/fürgebildet." The German word fürgebildet suggests a visual representation or prefiguration, common in books designed as "picture bibles."

A detailed woodcut illustration depicting the biblical scene of "Ecce Homo" (Behold the Man). On a raised platform or balcony on the left, a suffering Jesus Christ is shown wearing a crown of thorns and surrounded by a radiant halo of light. He is flanked by figures in robes and hats who are presenting him to the public. Below the balcony, a crowd of people is gathered, some with hands raised in agitation. To the right of the scene, figures are seen handling a large wooden cross, while others look on from behind. The background features architectural elements, including a doorway and a window.

At Frankfurt, by the heirs of Christian Egenolff.

Christian Egenolff was Frankfurt's first major resident printer and publisher. After his death in 1555, his widow and heirs continued the prestigious family business, as seen in this 1557 imprint.

1557.