Doornenkroning 1512

Albrecht Dürer's "Doornenkroning" (1512) is a small-scale engraving depicting the moment when Jesus Christ is crowned with thorns. The scene, rendered with meticulous detail, portrays the suffering and humiliation of Christ as he is surrounded by figures who mock and torment him. Dürer's masterful use of light and shadow creates a powerful sense of drama and tension. The engraving's realistic depiction of the event and the intense emotions conveyed contribute to its enduring impact on viewers.