Priester omarmt monstrans met doodshoofd 1724

"Priester omarmt monstrans met doodshoofd" (Priest embraces monstrance with skull) is an etching by Jacob Gole, created in 1724. The artwork depicts a priest in full vestments, holding a monstrance with a skull inside. The image is a satirical commentary on the Catholic Church, highlighting the contradiction between the priest's piety and the skull, symbolizing death. This piece is a powerful example of the Dutch Baroque style, known for its use of light and shadow to create a dramatic effect. The Rijksmuseum holds this 230 mm x 181 mm etching, a testament to its artistic significance.