Doornenkroning 1599 - 1649

Giovanni Battista Coriolano's etching, "Doornenkroning," depicts a dramatic scene from the Passion of Christ. The work, dated between 1599 and 1649, showcases Coriolano's skilled use of light and shadow to depict the torment inflicted upon Jesus Christ by Roman soldiers. The central figure, Christ, sits with a crown of thorns pressed upon his head, his face contorted in pain. The soldiers surrounding him display a range of emotions, from grim determination to callous indifference, emphasizing the brutality of the moment. Coriolano's meticulous detailing of the figures and the starkness of the setting create a powerful and emotionally charged image.