Bespotting van Christus c. 1858

"Bespotting van Christus" (Mocking of Christ) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Bastiaan de Poorter, created around 1858. It depicts a dramatic scene from the Passion of Christ, showcasing the emotional turmoil of the moment. The drawing features a composition of figures, with Christ at the center, his features rendered with a sense of vulnerability and anguish. De Poorter's use of loose, gestural lines and a sense of immediacy captures the intensity and drama of the scene, making it a powerful and evocative piece of art.