Heilige Drieëenheid 1500 - 1527

This engraving by Marcantonio Raimondi, titled "Heilige Drieëenheid," depicts the Holy Trinity, a central concept in Christian theology. The image portrays God the Father, seated on clouds, holding the cross upon which Jesus Christ is crucified. Above them, a dove symbolizing the Holy Spirit, sits within a triangle. Raimondi was a prolific printmaker known for his masterful technique and this piece, created between 1500 and 1527, is a prime example of his skill. The detailed lines and crosshatching create a sense of depth and realism, making this small engraving powerful and evocative. This work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the power of art to depict complex religious ideas.