Christ's Head with a Crown of Thorns 1881

"Christ's Head with a Crown of Thorns" is an etching created in 1881 by Danish artist Carl Bloch. The artwork depicts a close-up portrait of Jesus Christ, with his head tilted down and eyes closed, emphasizing the suffering endured during his crucifixion. The intricate details of the crown of thorns and the texture of his hair are meticulously rendered using fine lines and shading. Bloch's focus on the intimate details of Christ's physical and emotional pain creates a powerful image that resonates with viewers' sense of empathy and religious devotion. The etching, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a testament to Bloch's skill in conveying both the physical and emotional aspects of a significant biblical story through the art of printmaking.