Dood van Elisabet 1580 - 1600

"Dood van Elisabet," a 16th-century engraving by Jacob de Weert, depicts the biblical scene of the death of Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist. The work shows Elizabeth reclining in a cave with a small angel kneeling in front of her, while another angel ascends towards a group of celestial beings. The scene is set in a dense forest, which highlights the solitude of Elizabeth’s final moments. This small engraving, with its detailed depiction of the scene and the figures, demonstrates de Weert’s mastery of the engraving technique and showcases his artistic skill in creating a compelling and moving image.