The Flagellation of Christ (detail)

Piero della Francesca, a recognized figure of the Early Renaissance, painted 'The Flagellation of Christ', a notable example of his serene humanism and his mastery of geometric forms and perspective. As an emblematic religious painting, the artwork vividly depicts the torment endured by Christ prior to his crucifixion. The medium used for this notable work is tempera, a traditional method favored by early Renaissance painters. The painting is executed on a panel, which consists of a rigid surface suitable for such meticulous details and precision.