The Flagellation of Jesus

Sebastiano del Piombo's The Flagellation of Jesus exemplifies his mastery in blending the vibrant colours of the High renaissance with monumental figures and dramatic composition. As a renowned Religious painting, it depicts the moment of Christ's suffering, capturing intense emotion and spiritual gravity. Del Piombo's unique style reflects his background in Venice's colour-rich school and the Roman tradition he fully adopted after 1511. The work exemplifies his contribution to the transition from High renaissance to early Mannerism, emphasizing both technical skill and expressive power in religious narrative.