Doop van Christus 1553 - 1558

Hans Liefrinck created this print called "Baptism of Christ" sometime in the 16th century. The composition is immediately striking, organized around the central act of baptism. The figures of Christ and John the Baptist dominate the foreground, their forms rendered with detailed crosshatching that gives them a sculptural presence. The visual structure invites us to consider the deeper meanings embedded within the artwork. The act of baptism is not merely a religious rite but also a profound moment of transformation. The landscape, with its trees and turbulent skies, adds to the sense of dramatic change. The figures emerging from the water in the background remind us that baptism is a communal act. Liefrinck's print invites ongoing interpretation, prompting us to reflect on themes of faith, renewal, and the symbolic power of water as a transformative element.