The Flagellation

About this work

This image shows three figures in a crowded, busy scene. The center figure is shirtless, arms bound, wearing a crown of thorns and holding a pole. To the left, a red-robed figure holds a whip. To the right, a green-cloaked figure looks on. The background is packed with tiny patterns—stars, flowers, and strange shapes—all outlined in gold. The colors pop against the dark background, especially the bright red and green robes. The figures look stiff and flat, but the details in the background are sharp and precise. Next, look up the technique: chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create depth.