Ecce Homo, (reverse) Christ Blessing; The Disrobing of Christ, (reverse) Saint John the Baptist 1488 - 1527

This pair of panels, "Ecce Homo" and "The Disrobing of Christ", by Cornelis Engebrechtsz is a striking example of Dutch painting from the late 15th and early 16th centuries. The panels are part of a larger altarpiece and depict scenes from the Passion of Christ. Engebrechtsz is known for his detailed and expressive style, which is evident in the intricate drapery, the emotive faces of the figures, and the atmospheric setting. These panels exemplify the use of oil paint and wood panel as a medium of artistic expression in the Northern Renaissance. The works are currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City.