Prediking van de apostelen 1622

Nicolaes de Bruyn's 1622 etching, "Prediking van de apostelen," depicts a biblical scene where an apostle preaches to a large gathering in a wooded landscape. The detailed composition, characteristic of de Bruyn's style, emphasizes the solemnity of the event as the apostle delivers his message to the attentive crowd. The inclusion of a mountainous backdrop contributes to the sense of grandeur and the importance of the moment. This artwork is a testament to the mastery of etching, a popular printmaking technique in 17th-century Netherlands. The intricate detail and powerful composition of the "Prediking van de apostelen" have secured its place as a notable work in the Rijksmuseum collection.