Geseling van Christus 1625 - 1670

"Geseling van Christus" (The Scourging of Christ) is an etching created between 1625 and 1670 by Flemish artist Mattheus Borrekens. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the brutal scourging of Jesus Christ by Roman soldiers, focusing on the detailed anatomy of the figures' legs. Borrekens utilizes the etching technique to create a dramatic and realistic portrayal of this pivotal event in Christian scripture. The high level of detail and anatomical precision of the artwork showcase the artist's skill and the popularity of this subject matter during the Baroque period.