Anna te Drieën 1671

"Anna te Drieën" is a 17th-century etching by an anonymous artist, currently held at the Rijksmuseum. The composition depicts the biblical figure of Anna, the mother of the Virgin Mary, surrounded by clouds and cherubs. The scene highlights Anna's role in the lineage of Jesus, featuring a central image of the infant Christ, with his parents, Mary and Joseph, at his side. The overall effect is a powerful and moving image of faith and divine lineage, typical of the religious art of the period. The etching showcases detailed figures and landscapes, typical of Dutch Renaissance engraving.