Crowning with Thorns 1603

"Crowning with Thorns" (1603) by the Italian Baroque master Caravaggio, depicts the brutal scene of Christ's torment, a key event in the Passion of Christ. The painting, housed in the Palazzo degli Alberti in Prato, Italy, captures the intensity of the moment with stark realism. Caravaggio's use of chiaroscuro, a dramatic contrast of light and dark, focuses the viewer's attention on Christ's suffering, emphasizing his vulnerability and the cruelty of his persecutors. The composition, with its close-up view and dramatic gesture, draws the viewer into the scene, creating a powerful emotional impact.