Christus in de hof van Getsemane 1745

John Baptist Jackson's 1745 etching "Christus in de hof van Getsemane," now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the biblical scene of Christ praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. The image is rendered in a dramatic chiaroscuro style, with deep shadows and bursts of light. Christ is prominently featured, kneeling in prayer, with his three disciples asleep in the foreground. The composition is dynamic and conveys a sense of both despair and anticipation, highlighting the weight of Christ's impending sacrifice. This scene is a popular subject in art, and this etching offers a compelling visual representation of this pivotal moment in Christian tradition.