The Flagellation of Christ by Caravaggio. A powerful Baroque scene showing Christ bound to a pillar, illuminated by a harsh light from the side, while three men in shadow prepare to strike him.

The Flagellation of Christ

Caravaggio

1607 · Oil Paint

A dramatic Caravaggio masterpiece characterized by intense chiaroscuro and visceral physical realism.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Terracotta clay

About the piece

Painted in 1607 during Caravaggio's time in Naples, this work is a definitive example of the Italian Baroque style. It utilizes extreme tonal contrasts to create a sense of three-dimensional volume and emotional intensity, capturing a moment of profound tension as figures emerge from a deep, atmospheric darkness.

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