Christus 1808

David Weiss created this artwork, titled "Christus", using a combination of etching and aquatint techniques. The overall composition is dominated by a monochromatic palette that lends a subdued yet powerful presence to the work. The oval frame tightly encloses the head and shoulders of Christ, focusing our attention on his gaze, which seems to penetrate the viewer's space with unsettling directness. Weiss masterfully employs line and shadow to create a sense of depth. This interplay of light and dark models not just the face but also the flowing hair and simple drapery, contributing to the overall intensity of the portrait. The use of aquatint gives a softness to the tones, while the etching provides sharp, precise details. The combination mirrors the dual nature of the subject, poised between the divine and the human. It invites us to contemplate the relationship between the aesthetic form and its theological context. Weiss’ formal choices prompt an ongoing dialogue about perception, belief and representation.