Christ Blesses the Children c. 1576 - 1580

"Christ Blesses the Children" (c. 1576 - 1580) is an engraving by Léonard Gaultier, a French artist active in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The scene depicts a moment from the Gospel of Mark, where Jesus embraces children brought to him by their parents, demonstrating his love and acceptance of the innocent. Gaultier’s depiction of the scene features a detailed, intricate style, with the figures arranged in a balanced composition. This engraving is an excellent example of Gaultier's style, which combined realism with a sense of classical elegance.