The Mocking of Christ
Gerard van HonthorstLandscape · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1656)
Specifications
- Nationality / school
- Dutch
- Lifespan
- 1592–1656
About the artwork
This page presents "The Mocking of Christ", created by Gerard van Honthorst. It is listed in the Religion collection. The image is in landscape orientation. Religion, a short history: Buddhist painting, Hindu devotional imagery, and Islamic calligraphy and ornament each have conventions of their own. Religious painting is among the largest bodies of art ever made, from altarpieces, icons, and illuminated manuscripts to devotional prints.
"The Mocking of Christ" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A landscape format suits wide, low wall spaces such as the stretch above a bed, mantel, or sideboard. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
Dutch, 1592–1656
If you like the visual language of Gerard van Honthorst, explore more works by the same artist in our collection.
