Christ after the Flagellation
- Artist
- Bartolome Esteban Murillo
- Date
- 1665
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Krannert Art Museum (University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign)
"Christ after the Flagellation" is a compelling religious painting that vividly depicts a solemn moment from the Passion of Christ. Executed in oil on a canvas, the artwork showcases the intense emotional expression and dynamic composition characteristic of the Baroque style. The use of dramatic light and shadow emphasizes the suffering of Christ, creating a sense of immediacy and spiritual gravity. This painting exemplifies the Baroque emphasis on movement and realism in religious narratives, inviting viewers into a profound moment of reflection and devotion.
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