Twaalfjarige Christus in de tempel 1931

"Twaalfjarige Christus in de tempel" (Twelve-Year-Old Christ in the Temple), a 1931 etching by Dutch artist Lodewijk Schelfhout (1881–1943), depicts a scene from the biblical story of the young Jesus debating with learned men in the Temple. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a small-scale print with delicate lines that capture the figures and architectural details of the scene. Schelfhout's artistic style reflects his interest in realism, evident in the detailed rendering of the characters and their expressions. This work provides a glimpse into Schelfhout's artistic practice and his engagement with religious themes, making it a fascinating addition to the Rijksmuseum's collection.