Artwork
La Flagelación
La Flagelación is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1501 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.
About this work
Subject & Meaning
The work portrays the Flagellation of Christ, a moment of suffering and sacrifice central to Christian devotion. Its iconography emphasizes the physical torment inflicted upon Jesus, symbolizing redemption through suffering and inviting contemplation of spiritual endurance. The composition reflects the religious narrative of the Passion, underscoring themes of faith and sacrifice.
Technique & Style
La Flagelación is an oil painting executed on wooden panel. The work measures 99 cm in height by 71 cm in width and portrays the Flagellation of Christ. Its surface and handling reflect the material conditions of early sixteenth-century Spanish religious painting.
History & Provenance
Historically, the piece was owned by Elisabeth Farnese, Charles III of Spain, and Ferdinand VII of Spain before entering the museum's holdings.
La Flagelación is a religious oil painting on panel created in 1501 by an anonymous artist. Measuring 99 cm by 71 cm, the work depicts the Flagellation of Christ. The artwork's provenance includes ownership by Elisabeth Farnese, Charles III of Spain, and Ferdinand VII of Spain. It ultimately entered the collection of the Museo del Prado, where it is currently housed.
La Flagelación is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado in Spain. The work, created in 1501, is cataloged as an anonymous painting executed in oil on panel. Historically, the piece was owned by Elisabeth Farnese, Charles III of Spain, and Ferdinand VII of Spain before entering the museum's holdings. Specific inventory or accession numbers for the work are not provided in the available records.
Overview
La Flagelación is a painting executed in oil paint, depicting a scene with three shirtless male figures in a dimly lit environment.
Artist & collection
