The artwork, titled “The Strike of the Lance (Le coup de lance)” by artist James Tissot, is a religious painting located at the Brooklyn Museum in New York City, NY, US.
The artwork vividly captures a poignant scene from the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, focusing on the moment when a Roman soldier thrusts a lance into Christ’s side. The central figure, Christ, is depicted on the cross, flanked by the two thieves also being crucified. The Roman soldier, mounted on horseback, is shown piercing Christ’s side with the lance, a dramatic moment captured with dynamic motion and emotional intensity. Surrounding this central action are various other figures, including women who mourn and soldiers involved in the execution process, set against a dark, foreboding sky that underscores the gravity of the scene. The painting’s somber tones and meticulous attention to detail evoke a profound sense of sorrow and reverence.
