The Blood of the Redeemer 1609 - 1672

This engraving titled "The Blood of the Redeemer" is an anonymous work from the 17th century, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. It depicts the moment of Jesus Christ carrying the cross on his way to Calvary. The artwork is presented in a detailed black and white style that enhances the dramatic depiction of the scene. The focus is on the physicality of Jesus' suffering, with a clear focus on his muscular anatomy and the thorns of the crown. The background features a serene landscape with distant buildings, adding to the sense of realism and emphasizing the contrast between the beauty of nature and the brutality of Jesus's torture.