What do you think the some of the symbolism of the crown of thorns could be in Christian art?

-Specific to paintings that emphasize the crown such as :



Ecce Homo, or The Redeemer- Sandro Botticelli



It is an interesting piece of theological art that seems to be left out in interpretations.



Even pieces such as: http://www.ludmilapawlowska.se/works/in-categories/icons-in-transformation/



Her installation is extremely curious.