Jesus Christ Bas-Relief — Digital Sculpture

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This work is based on a sculpture I found in my father’s workshop.

I don’t know its story.
In the last years of his life, we didn’t see each other much, and I don’t remember this piece from that time.

I discovered it later — when there was no longer a chance to ask him about it.

But I always liked this sculpture.
For many years, I had the idea to return to it someday and recreate it using my skills in digital art and 3D printing.

And one day, I finally did it.

— June 2023 —

The following images show the sculpture in different shaders, allowing the form to be perceived more clearly from multiple perspectives.

The original sculpture was designed as a wall-mounted bas-relief.
As an alternative presentation, I also created a version with a stand featuring stylized palm leaves.

I also brought this sculpture into physical form by 3D printing it at its original size (approximately 15 cm).

This stage allows the work to be experienced as an object — not just as a digital form.

At the same time, digital sculpting makes it possible to reproduce the piece across a wide range of sizes without losing its structure or character.

This freestanding version was finished in a white tone with a light gold patina, giving it an appearance reminiscent of antique sculptural objects.

This is the original sculpture I once found in my father’s workshop.

In my interpretation, I chose to move away from the traditional depiction that includes the crown of thorns.

Rather than focusing on the symbolism of suffering, I wanted to present a calmer and more human image — something closer to how Christ might have been perceived during his life.

Since no one knows exactly what he looked like, every representation is, in a way, an interpretation.

For me, it was important to create a quiet, balanced, and approachable presence — an image that feels familiar, but not defined by suffering.

The following images show the sculpture placed in a range of imagined interiors.

These scenes are not tied to a single setting — instead, they explore different atmospheres and contexts, from classical and sacred spaces to more contemporary environments.

This helps to better understand how the piece can live in space, and how its character changes depending on light, material, and surroundings.

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This sculpture is available as a physical piece in my My Etsy Shop, produced and finished by the artist.

It can also be used in different ways — as a wall relief, a decorative object, or even adapted for smaller formats such as jewelry.

For those interested in working with the form itself, the original digital model is also available.

Links to the shop and marketplaces can be found on the main page of this website.