Opstanding van Christus 1669 - 1670

This is an anonymous print titled "Opstanding van Christus" housed at the Rijksmuseum. The image presents a resurrected Christ, a motif deeply rooted in Christian theology, yet also reflective of shifting cultural values. The artist grapples with representation, caught between the traditional depiction of Christ's divinity and an emerging emphasis on the human form. Note the intersection of the sacred and the corporeal, as Christ is portrayed with a pronounced physicality, challenging the ascetic ideals often associated with religious iconography. How does the rendering of Christ's body speak to the complex dialogue between faith, humanity, and identity? The work acknowledges the established religious narratives while subtly exploring the tensions inherent in representing the divine in human terms.