Graflegging door twee engelen 1614 - 1678

"Graflegging door twee engelen" (Entombment by Two Angels), a 17th century etching by Pierre Daret, depicts the burial of Christ. Two angels, their wings outstretched, help place Christ's body into the tomb. A woman kneels before the tomb, seemingly preparing the burial shroud. Daret's depiction of the scene emphasizes the weight of Christ's body and the solemnity of the moment, reflecting the emotional impact of the event on viewers. The etching is a powerful reminder of the Christian faith and the enduring power of this biblical story.