La sainte Face couronnee d'epines, (grand format) 1605 - 1650

"La sainte Face couronnee d'epines, (grand format)" is a 17th-century etching by Jean Morin, depicting a close-up view of Christ's face crowned with thorns. The detailed rendering of the crown, the tears streaming down Christ's face, and the inscription at the bottom referencing the biblical passage about lepers all contribute to the artwork's solemn and devotional tone. This etching, held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a powerful example of Baroque religious art, employing dramatic chiaroscuro and realistic detail to evoke empathy for the suffering of Christ.