Johannes de Doper wordt begeleid door engeltjes als hij de woestijn intrekt 1595 - 1636

This etching by Cornelis Galle I, "Johannes de Doper wordt begeleid door engeltjes als hij de woestijn intrekt," depicts John the Baptist being accompanied by angels as he retreats into the desert. The image captures the moment from the Bible where John is led into the wilderness to prepare for his ministry. Galle's detailed depiction of the lush forest, the angels, and John's simple clothing creates a dramatic and evocative scene, illustrating the importance of solitude and introspection in religious contemplation. This print, created between 1595 and 1636, showcases Galle's masterful skill in etching, a popular artistic technique of the time.