The Reed Offered to Christ 1630 - 1640

"The Reed Offered to Christ" is an etching by Flemish artist Anthony van Dyck, created between 1630 and 1640. The artwork portrays the moment when Christ, wearing a crown of thorns and bound, is mocked by a soldier, who offers him a reed. The soldier's gesture and Christ's resigned pose convey the brutality and sorrow of the Passion. This artwork is a poignant reminder of Christ's suffering and the power of faith in the face of adversity. The print is currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago and has dimensions of 261 × 212 mm.