Christus und die Ehebrecherin im Tempel 1760

"Christus und die Ehebrecherin im Tempel" (Christ and the Adulteress in the Temple) is a 1760 etching by Dutch artist Jan Gerard Waldorp, currently housed in the Städel Museum. The artwork depicts the biblical scene where Jesus, surrounded by onlookers, confronts a woman accused of adultery and offers her forgiveness. The composition focuses on the central figures of Christ and the woman, who is kneeling in repentance. Waldorp’s etching captures the dramatic moment, conveying the tension and emotion of the scene through precise lines and subtle shading. This iconic scene is a testament to Waldorp's skill in depicting religious narratives in a poignant and compelling way.