The Passion; The Flagellation
1597
Hendrick Goltzius captures a brutal moment in this 1597 engraving, showing Christ tied to a column while his tormentors prepare their weapons. Look closely at the man kneeling in the foreground—he’s meticulously tying a bundle of rods, adding a chilling sense of preparation to the violence. Goltzius was a virtuoso of the burin (engraving tool), and you can see his skill in the incredibly fine lines that give the muscles and drapery a sculptural, almost 3D quality. This piece is part of his famous 'Passion' series, showcasing the dramatic, emotional intensity typical of the Mannerist style.
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