The mighty Caravaggio’s intense realism defines his violent Crowning with Thorns. Partially obscured by shadow, the torturers toil mechanically, and a soldier relaxes, as an utterly vulnerable Christ is bathed in light. Works such as The Crowning often served as propaganda for the Catholic Church in the religious conflicts of the time.
The Crowning with Thorns, c.1604, Oil on CanvasCaravaggio Italian (1571 - 1610) |
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The mighty Caravaggio’s intense realism defines his violent Crowning with Thorns. Partially obscured by shadow, the torturers toil mechanically, and a soldier relaxes, as an utterly vulnerable Christ is bathed in light. Works such as The Crowning often served as propaganda for the Catholic Church in the religious conflicts of the time. |
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