The Blood of the Redeemer 1609 - 1672

This print, titled "The Blood of the Redeemer", is made by an anonymous artist. The stark contrast between light and shadow immediately draws your eye to the figure of Christ. The artist’s skillful use of line work defines his muscular form and the rough texture of the landscape. A stream of blood flows from Christ’s side into a chalice, visually connecting his sacrifice to the promise of salvation. The composition is structured around the vertical axis of the cross, which divides the earthly realm from the divine. This division prompts us to consider the symbolic meaning of the image. The juxtaposition of the idealized figure of Christ and the everyday scenes suggests a tension between the sacred and the profane. Consider how the anonymous artist has created a powerful statement about faith, sacrifice, and redemption. The artist invites us to contemplate how these themes intersect with our own understandings of meaning and value.