The mocking of Christ

Wenceslaus Hollar|Hans Holbein the Younger

1644–52 · Etching, only state · Drawings and Prints

The mocking of Christ — Wenceslaus Hollar|Hans Holbein the Younger

Christ is seated at left wearing a crown of thorns. Monks threaten him with objects used to force the crown deeper and a Capuchin kneels before him and holds out a huge glass of beer.

Artist
Wenceslaus Hollar|Hans Holbein the Younger
Date
1644–52
Medium
Etching, only state
Department
Drawings and Prints
Credit line
Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1917

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