Workshop of Guido Reni (Bologna 1574-1642) -----
"Ecce Homo" -----
Oil on octagonal panel ------
Period: circa 1630 ------
Dimensions: 30 x 20 cm -----
This true jewel, depicting "Christ crowned with thorns," can be attributed to the workshop of the celebrated Bolognese Master.--------
It is a work that achieves extraordinary expressive power thanks to a pictorial ability of the highest level.--------
The brushstrokes are vigorous, powerful, but of great precision, so as to render the suffering structure of the face perfect. --------
The face of Christ is so alive and expressive that it seems real in an impressive way. --------
Reni's Ecce Homo immediately gained enormous success and was replicated in several variations with slight modifications. ----
A large number of these works are located in the most prestigious international museums.-------
It is probably Reni's most famous creation, so much so that it has become a symbol of Christianity. ------
Our panel is a splendid example of it.-------
