Flemish school; 17th century."Simon of Cyrene helps Jesus to carry the Cross".Oil on copper.It has slight repainting.It has a 19th century frame with slight faults in the carving.Measurements: 54 x 44 cm; 61 x 51 cm (frame).This dramatic scene represents one of the moments of the Passion of Christ: Jesus, who is going, with the cross on which he will be executed, on his way to the Calvary mount, falls down dejected by the weight of the cross. Beside him, a large crowd contemplates the scene, some without compassion for the figure of Christ, and others with pity for him, such as Simon of Cyrene, who stands at the back of the crossbeam holding the wood so that he can help Jesus.Exhausted by the blood lost in the scourging, weakened by the physical and moral suffering inflicted on him the night before, and without sleep, Jesus was barely able to take a few steps and soon fell under the weight of the cross. Then followed the blows and imprecations of the soldiers, the expectant laughter of the crowd. The Messiah, with all the strength of his will and with all his might, managed to get up and continue on his way. According to theological interpretations, Jesus invites us by his actions to carry our cross and to follow him, he teaches us here that we too can fall, and that we must understand those who fall; that none of us must remain prostrate, we must all get up with humility and trust, seeking his help and forgiveness.