Christ after the Flagellation 1665

Bartolomé Esteban Murillo's "Christ after the Flagellation" depicts a moment of profound suffering, the moment Christ kneels after being scourged. Painted in 1665, the piece showcases Murillo's signature style of tenebrism, with dramatic chiaroscuro highlighting the contorted figure of Christ against a dark background. The deep emotions of the scene, conveyed through Christ's posture and the subtle details of his bruised body, evoke a sense of empathy and reflection, inviting viewers to contemplate the sacrifices and suffering that underpin the Christian faith.