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The Crowning with Thorns

Jacques Callot

1624

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque gate

Dominant colour

The Crowning with Thorns is a 1624 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, depicting gate, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1624 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows a scene of Jesus being crowned with thorns. It's a somber moment from the Bible. The details in this etching are interesting because they show the artist's skill with simple lines and shading. The scene is crowded with people, but the focus is on Jesus. The figures are small, but you can still see their emotions. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: etching.