The Flagellation of Christ, with the Landscape Background 1475 - 1480

Andrea Mantegna’s “The Flagellation of Christ, with the Landscape Background” (1475-1480) depicts the moment of Christ’s torment. The print’s dramatic composition, with Christ bound to a column and surrounded by tormentors, utilizes an unsettling perspective. The stark lines of the figures and the architectural setting create a sense of tension and emotional distance, typical of Mantegna's style. This work is an example of the Renaissance fascination with classical antiquity and the artist’s skill in engraving. The detailed depiction of figures and the use of light and shadow contribute to the overall power and impact of the image.