Hoofd van Christus 1917

"Hoofd van Christus" (1917) is an etching by Dutch artist Lodewijk Schelfhout (1881-1943) currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. Schelfhout's artwork depicts the head of Christ in a stark, stylized manner with a closed eye, a detail that may symbolize the moment of his death. The geometric pattern surrounding the head is a characteristic feature of Schelfhout's artistic style, known for its simplicity and focus on form, influenced by Expressionism and the art of the period. The small dimensions of the etching, 100 mm by 66 mm, further contribute to its intimacy and personal nature.