A Flagellator of Christ c. 1630s

Alessandro Algardi's "A Flagellator of Christ," created in the 1630s, is a silver sculpture depicting a figure, likely a Roman soldier, holding a whip and preparing to strike Christ. The piece, measuring 23.4 x 12.4 x 7.3 cm, exhibits the artist's mastery of anatomical detail, capturing the tension and energy of the scene. Algardi, a prominent sculptor of the Baroque era, employed a naturalistic style to bring religious narratives to life. This silver sculpture, though small in size, conveys the drama of the Passion of Christ with powerful realism, demonstrating Algardi's talent in crafting evocative and intricate works.