Vrouw droogt de voeten van Christus met haar haar tijdens maaltijd in huis van Simon de Farizeeër 1590 - 1622
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"Vrouw droogt de voeten van Christus met haar haar tijdens maaltijd in huis van Simon de Farizeeër" is a 17th-century print by Boëtius Adamsz. Bolswert, depicting the biblical story of Mary Magdalene washing Jesus' feet with her hair during a meal at the house of Simon the Pharisee. This print, now in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the artistic style of the Northern Renaissance, characterized by meticulous detail and expressive figures. The scene is set within a spacious room, with a detailed depiction of the table, food, and the surrounding figures. The central focus is on Mary Magdalene, kneeling at Jesus' feet in a gesture of profound repentance and devotion. This artwork is a testament to the enduring power of biblical narratives and their ability to inspire artistic creation.
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