Christ in the House of His Oppressors

The artwork depicts a distressing scene where a bound figure, representing Christ, is surrounded by ominous figures in a dark, oppressive environment. The atmosphere is tense, with deep shadows accentuating the sense of entrapment and suffering. Architectural elements frame the scene, adding depth and weight to the image.

The artwork depicts a distressing scene where a bound figure, representing Christ, is surrounded by ominous figures in a dark, oppressive environment. The atmosphere is tense, with deep shadows accentuating the sense of entrapment and suffering. Architectural elements frame the scene, adding depth and weight to the image.

Name/Title

Christ in the House of His Oppressors

Entry/Object ID

2006.7.1.13

Description

Part of the CIVA Florence Portfolio. A nude Christ kneels with a demonic figure reaching for him from behind.

Type of Print

Intaglio

Category

Vault, Abstract, Biblical People
People

Made/Created

Artist

Bruce Herman

Date made

1994

Dimensions

Dimension Description

image size

Height

23-5/8 in

Width

17-3/4 in

Dimension Description

mat size

Height

32 in

Width

24 in

Exhibitions

Florence Portfolio - Center Art Gallery, Calvin College: October 21, 2010 - February 5, 2011
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ Woodlawn CRC Ministry Center: April 19-June 24, 2013
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ Dordt College, Campus Center Art Gallery: January - February 2014
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ ICCF: Grand Rapids, MI: March 6 - June 14, 2015
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ LaGrave CRC: Florence Portfolio – Grand Rapids, MI: May 11 – September 2025