Jesus i Getsemane have 1597

Hendrick Goltzius created this print, "Jesus in Gethsemane," using engraving techniques. The image comes to life through the precise and controlled removal of metal from the plate, where lines are carefully incised to hold ink. Look closely, and you'll see that the starkness of the black lines against the white paper creates a dramatic contrast, emphasizing the emotional weight of the scene. This wasn't just about technical skill. Intaglio printmaking in Goltzius's time was tied to a growing market for images. Each line is a mark of labor, reflecting the effort needed to create an image that could be reproduced and shared. The printmaking process meant these images could circulate widely, reaching audiences far beyond the elite circles of painting and sculpture. By focusing on the material reality of the print, we see how "fine art" was interwoven with the world of craft production and distribution.