Bilder Adriaen Collaert (1560–1618) – The Mocking of Christ – Engraving (16th Century)

Beskrivning

This biblical illustration depicts the mocking of Christ, a significant episode from the Passion. The composition focuses on Jesus, who is seated and bound, while surrounding Roman soldiers and figures mock him, some offering a reed as a scepter and others gesturing in derision. The scene is set within a grand architectural interior featuring vaulted arches and a balcony where Pontius Pilate and other officials observe the event. The work utilizes complex figurative groupings and detailed linework to convey the emotional intensity and dramatic tension of the narrative.

Adriaen Collaert was a prominent Flemish engraver and print publisher active in Antwerp during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. He was a central figure in the Collaert family of artists and worked extensively with major publishers like Hieronymus Cock and the Plantin Press. His body of work is characterized by its technical precision and encompasses a wide range of subjects, including religious cycles, allegories, and natural history. Collaert played a vital role in the dissemination of Northern Mannerist and early Baroque styles throughout Europe through the mass production of high-quality prints.

Artist or Maker:
Adriaen Collaert

Dimensions:
Approximately 30 cm x 24 cm

Medium:
Engraving

Date:
16th Century

Condition Report:
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