“Christ at the Scourge Column” is an exemplary religious painting by Andrea del Sarto, rendered in oil on canvas. The artwork is a product of the High Renaissance art movement and is currently housed in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria.
In the artwork, Christ is depicted post-scourging, standing semi-nude with a crown of thorns atop His head, a red cloth draped over His back, and His hands bound behind Him. His emaciated form and downcast gaze portray suffering and humiliation. Surrounding Christ are several figures, presumably mourners, who display a range of emotions from grief to concern. The skillful application of light, shadow, and detailed expression signifies the profound mastery of Andrea del Sarto, making this piece a significant contribution to the High Renaissance religious art canon.
