Allegorie op het Nieuwe Testament met Christus en Johannes de Doper 1651 - 1679

This etching by Abraham de Blois, titled "Allegorie op het Nieuwe Testament met Christus en Johannes de Doper", is a detailed representation of the New Testament. The central motif features a lamb within a circle, surrounded by cherubs, symbolizing the sacrifice of Christ. The figures of Christ and John the Baptist flank the central motif, their gestures and postures emphasizing the themes of faith and redemption central to the New Testament. Created between 1651 and 1679, this small yet powerful artwork serves as a visual testament to the enduring impact of the Christian narrative.