Christ Before the People, from The Passion of Christ, plate 15 1664

This etching, "Christ Before the People," is part of a series depicting the Passion of Christ by French artist Grégoire Huret, created in 1664. The scene depicts the moment when Christ is presented to the crowd, a pivotal moment in the story of his crucifixion. The dramatic composition emphasizes the suffering of Christ, with his exposed body and the tormentors surrounding him. The use of intricate detail in the figures and their expressions adds a powerful visual dimension to the narrative, making the image a moving and memorable depiction of this pivotal event.