Doornenkroning van Christus 1629

"Doornenkroning van Christus" (1629) is a small woodcut by Christoffel van (II) Sichem, depicting the crowning of Jesus Christ with thorns. The composition is dense, showing a crowd gathered around Christ who is being forced onto a throne while a soldier places a crown of thorns upon his head. The artist's attention to detail in the faces and costumes of the figures, combined with the dramatic use of light and shadow, creates a sense of urgency and suspense. This small but powerful artwork is a reminder of the suffering Christ endured for humanity.