Artwork
Christ Crowned with Thorns

Christ Crowned with Thorns is a paint print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1475 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Christ Crowned with Thorns is a print made using the metalcut technique and hand-colored with muted tones. It depicts a scene from Christian iconography.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows Christ being crowned with thorns, his hands bound, surrounded by figures in various robes, some holding objects like spears or ropes. The scene is a representation of a pivotal moment in the Passion of Christ.
Technique & Style
The metalcut technique and hand-coloring in green, light rose, and yellow on laid paper give the image texture and depth. The use of muted colors and detailed rendering evoke the style of Renaissance art, which often depicted religious scenes with emotional intensity.
Artist & collection
Artist
This 15th-century German artist carved vivid religious scenes into metal and wood, then hand-painted them in bright, symbolic colors.






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