Christ Condemned to Death by Pilate

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a chaotic crowd in front of a grand building with columns and arches. At the center, a group of robed figures shoves forward, while soldiers with spears and shields stand firm. One shield reads "SPQR," and a statue of a draped figure watches from above. The scene looks dramatic, with some people pointing or gesturing wildly. The word "SPQR" on the shield stands for the Latin phrase *Senatus Populusque Romanus*—it means "The Senate and People of Rome." This was a common symbol in ancient Rome. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Callot made detailed prints like this.