Omlijsting voor titel met Christuskind en dode Christus en twee engel bij passiewerktuigen 1590 - 1623

This engraving by Boëtius Adamsz Bolswert, now in the Rijksmuseum, visualizes Christian religious themes. Created in a society deeply shaped by religious beliefs, this work reflects both personal faith and broader cultural values. Bolswert employs a symbolic visual language rich with meaning. The central figures of the Christ Child and the dead Christ, framed by angels and instruments of the Passion, invite viewers to contemplate themes of life, death, and redemption. These figures transcend simple religious iconography; they embody the emotional and spiritual experiences of believers. The image balances the divine and the human, presenting Christ as both a celestial figure and a mortal man who suffered. What does it mean to visualize the sacred? How do we reconcile the suffering of the Passion with the promise of salvation? This engraving serves as a reminder of the power of art to express profound truths and to connect us to the mysteries of faith.