Attritus est propter scelera nostra c. 19th century

Curator: This is George Jakob Felsing's "Attritus est propter scelera nostra", which translates to "He was bruised for our sins." Editor: The figure fills this oval frame with a somber intensity, the cross he carries seems to weigh not only on his shoulders, but on the entire composition. Curator: Note the technical mastery in Felsing’s creation of tonal variations, achieved through delicate lines and precise shading. It’s a study in form. Editor: It seems crucial to consider the context of religious persecution and the artist's intentions in presenting this figure as an emblem of suffering. Curator: I’m intrigued by how Felsing uses visual cues to evoke empathy. Editor: Yes, empathy, and also perhaps a confrontation with historical injustices that persist today.