Hoofd van Christus met doornenkroon 1520

This small-scale engraving, "Hoofd van Christus met doornenkroon," created by German artist Sebald Beham in 1520, is a powerful depiction of the suffering of Christ. The detail in the thorns of the crown and the intense expression on Christ's face evoke a sense of pain and sacrifice. The work demonstrates Beham's skill in etching, a technique that involves using acid to create lines on a metal plate. The piece, currently at the Rijksmuseum, is a notable example of Renaissance-era religious art and its enduring impact.