Hoofd van Christus met doornkrans voor een kruis, aanbeden door een man en vrouw 1907

Huib Luns created this woodcut print, "Head of Christ with Crown of Thorns before a Cross, Adored by a Man and Woman," in 1907. The artwork's stark contrasts and rigid forms evoke a somber, spiritual mood. The formal structure uses bold, graphic lines that define the figure of Christ and the adoring figures. Luns employs the black ink to explore themes of sacrifice and devotion within a religious context. The composition is arranged symmetrically, which creates a sense of balance and order. The texture of the woodcut adds a tactile quality, emphasizing the physical nature of the printmaking process. The inscription "CONSUMMATUM EST" meaning "It is finished," invites reflection on completion and fulfillment. This phrase destabilizes traditional readings of religious suffering and redemption. The black and white contrast serves not only to depict but to question the values and meanings associated with faith. The composition prompts ongoing interpretation within cultural and philosophical contexts.