Crown of Thorns (scene 17)
by DUCCIO di Buoninsegna, Tempera on wood, 50 x 54 cm
The picture shows one of the 26 narrative scenes from the Stories of the Passion on the reverse side of the Maestà. It is situated in the upper row on the left side below the scene of Flagellation.
The composition adheres faithfully to the Bible text and the scene is illustrated in minute detail.