Head of Christ (Painting)Attributed to Rembrandt van Rijn

Attributed to Rembrandt van Rijn, this painting (c. 1655) captures Christ’s suffering and abandonment, reflecting his anxiety on the Mount of Olives. Rembrandt’s portrayal emphasizes Jesus’s humility and humanity, diverging from traditional majestic depictions. Likely based on a live model, it presents a new face for Jesus, rooted in the artist’s neighborhood.