Ecco Homo 1692

Antoine Coypel created this print, "Ecco Homo," during the late 17th to early 18th century. "Ecco Homo," meaning "Behold the Man," depicts a bound and suffering Jesus, crowned with thorns. This image is loaded, asking us to witness not just religious iconography, but a moment of profound human vulnerability. Consider how Coypel, a painter to the French court, engages with themes of power and suffering. The artwork makes palpable the emotional weight of sacrifice, inviting viewers to identify with Jesus's plight. "Ecco Homo" isn't just a depiction; it's an invitation to reflect on empathy, justice, and the narratives we construct around both suffering and redemption.