Presentatie in de tempel 1598 - 1618

"Presentatie in de tempel" (Presentation in the Temple) is an etching created between 1598 and 1618 by Flemish artist Jacques de Bie (1581-1647). The scene depicts the moment when the Virgin Mary presents the infant Jesus in the Temple in Jerusalem, as described in the Gospel of Luke. The central figures are Joseph, Mary, and the infant Jesus, with Simeon and other figures surrounding them. This intricate artwork features dramatic use of light and shadow, contributing to the powerful sense of piety. The print demonstrates the artist's skilled handling of detail, which is apparent in the carefully rendered drapery and the expressive faces of the figures.