Jesus mocked by the Soldiers 1865

"Jesus Mocked by the Soldiers" is a 19th-century oil painting by French artist Édouard Manet, portraying the moment when soldiers mock Jesus Christ after his arrest. Manet's realistic style, combined with the dark background and stark lighting, evokes a sense of unease and tension. The painting, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a striking example of Manet's ability to depict religious themes in a modern and controversial way.