The Man of Sorrows Mocked by a Soldier

Albrecht Dürer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a seated figure and a person kneeling. The image depicts a man sitting on a raised platform, with a solemn expression and wearing a crown of thorns. His hands are clasped together, and he is partially covered by a draped cloth. Another man kneels before him, pointing towards him with a stick or thin rod, gesturing emphatically. The drawing is highly detailed with strong lines and shading that create depth and texture. The entire scene is surrounded by a cloud-like form at the bottom.