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Altarpiece with the Passion of Christ: Flagellation, c1480-1495. Creator: Unknown
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Altarpiece with the Passion of Christ: Flagellation, c1480-1495. Creator: Unknown
Altarpiece with the Passion of Christ: Flagellation, c1480-1495. The Passion of Christ was a popular theme for 15th-century altarpieces in northern Europe. It is the story of Christ's suffering-from his arrest to his Crucifixion-although it was often expanded to include earlier and later events, such as the Entombment
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1480s Altar Altarpiece Beating Biblical Scene Christ Antiphonetes Christ Jesus Flagellation Gaol Gaoler Gold Leaf Jail Jailer Jesus Of Nazareth Passion Of Christ Penitentiary Persecution Prison Prisoner Suffering The Passion Of Christ Tied Up Violence Violent Walters Art Museum Whip Whipping
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This stunning altarpiece, dating from the 1480s, depicts the Flagellation of Christ, an essential scene from the Passion of Christ narrative. The Passion of Christ was a popular theme for altarpieces during the 15th century in northern Europe. This full-length painting, executed in oil on panel, showcases Christ being beaten and whipped by a group of men, including a gaoler, as he stands tied up against a gold background. The use of gold leaf adds an otherworldly quality to the scene, highlighting the divine nature of Christ. The Passion of Christ refers to the story of Christ's suffering, from his arrest to his Crucifixion. This altarpiece expands the narrative to include the Flagellation, an event that took place before Christ's trial before Pontius Pilate. The scene is set in a prison or penitentiary, with Christ's accusers gathered around him, some holding whips and others preparing to take part in the beating. The painting is a powerful depiction of Christ's persecution and suffering, which was a common theme in medieval art. The use of color and the expressive faces of the figures add depth and emotion to the scene, making it a moving and thought-provoking work of art. The altarpiece is a testament to the enduring power of religious art to inspire and move people, and it remains an essential part of our cultural heritage.
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