The Multitude Which Stands before the Throne 1546 - 1556

"The Multitude Which Stands before the Throne" is a 16th-century engraving by French artist Jean Duvet, depicting a scene from the Book of Revelation. It is a complex composition with a multitude of figures, including angels, saints, and the resurrected. At the top of the image, Christ sits on a throne with his mother, Mary, and a multitude of angels surround them. This engraving, created between 1546 and 1556, is characteristic of Duvet’s elaborate and highly detailed style, revealing his fascination with the intricacies of the human form and his deep religious devotion. The work’s intricate details and dramatic composition contribute to a sense of awe and reverence for the sacred subject.