Ecce Homo 1540 - 1609

"Ecce Homo" (Behold the Man) is a drawing by Federico Zuccaro, a prominent Mannerist artist, created between 1540 and 1609. The composition depicts the moment when Pontius Pilate presents Jesus Christ to the crowd, showcasing the iconic biblical scene. The drawing, executed in brown wash and heightened with white, captures the dramatic tension and emotional weight of the moment. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and skillful use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and realism in the composition. This small-scale drawing, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, serves as a testament to Zuccaro's mastery of draftsmanship.