The Mysteries of the Passion: Christ Presented to the People

1631

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

The Mysteries of the Passion: Christ Presented to the People is a 1631 by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1631 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This etching shows a crowd around a raised platform where a man with a crown of thorns stands. Below him, a soldier holds a spear and a cross. Some people look shocked, others point or cover their faces. The scene is framed by an oval border, and the lines are sharp but full of movement. The artist used deep shadows and strong contrasts to make the figures stand out. This style was common in the Baroque period. Look up Baroque to see more art like this.