Who created "Christ at the Column"?

Christ at the Column was created by Alessandro Algardi in model c. 1630s, cast probably mid 17th century.

When was "Christ at the Column" created?

This artwork was created model c. 1630s, cast probably mid 17th century.

What medium is "Christ at the Column"?

Christ at the Column is silver.

Is "Christ at the Column" in the public domain?

Yes, Christ at the Column is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Christ at the Column

Alessandro Algardi

model c. 1630s, cast probably mid 17th century

Medium

silver

Dimensions

overall (height without base): 21.9 cm (8 5/8 in.) overall (height with base): 36.8 cm (14 1/2 in.)

Classification

Sculpture

Department

CSD

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

New Century Fund, Gift of The William Stamps Farish Fund

Accession Number

1998.95.1

Art Historical Context

**Christ at the Column** Alessandro Algardi captures a poignant moment from the Passion of Christ, depicting the Savior bound to a column prior to his scourging. Created as a model around the 1630s and likely cast in silver during the mid-17th century this intimate sculpture stands 21.9 cm tall its base (36.8 cm with base), making it a exquisite example of Baroque devotional art. Algardi, a leading Roman sculptor and rival to Gian Lorenzo Bernini, excelled in high Baroque style, emphasizing emotional intensity and dramatic realism in religious subjects. Crafted in silver—a rare and luxurious ...

Christ at the Column

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