15 Oval Scenes From the Life of Christ and a Scene of a Saint Adoring the Holy Cross 1670 - 1740

This anonymous etching from the 17th or 18th century depicts fifteen oval scenes from the life of Christ, as well as a depiction of a saint adoring the holy cross. These scenes are arranged in five rows of three, and numbered in the lower right-hand corner of each oval. The print is a good example of the detailed depictions of biblical events that were popular in the Baroque period. The artist's use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and movement, and the overall composition is harmonious and balanced. This artwork is a great resource for the study of religious art in the Baroque period, as well as for the life of Jesus Christ.