The Flagellation of Christ and Christ Before Pilate

Jacob Cornelisz van Oostsanen

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a central figure tied to a column surrounded by people. The image depicts a scene where a semi-nude central figure is bound to a pillar and surrounded by several others who are in motion. The setting appears to be an indoor area with columns and an arch. The use of lines and shading creates depth and texture within the composition. The round framing adds a unique aspect to the illustration.