Christus wordt aan het kruis genageld 1590 - 1632

"Christus wordt aan het kruis genageld" (Christ is Nailed to the Cross) is a 17th-century etching by Flemish artist Pieter de Jode I, known for his mastery of detail and dramatic composition. Depicting the harrowing moment of Christ's crucifixion, the print captures the brutality of the event through its dynamic figures and stark contrasts. The scene unfolds on a rocky hillside with a group of Roman soldiers driving nails into Christ's hands, while others hold him down. This powerful depiction of the Passion of Christ is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing human emotion and the weight of religious symbolism. The work is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the artistic and religious sensibilities of 17th-century Europe.