The Last Judgment c. 16th century

"The Last Judgment", a 16th-century engraving by German artist Daniel Hopfer, depicts the Christian concept of the final judgment. The print features a detailed and crowded composition, with Christ at the center, surrounded by angels and saints. Below him, the saved are ascending to heaven, while the damned are being punished in hell. This intricate and evocative work of art is a powerful representation of the religious beliefs of the time, illustrating both the hope of salvation and the fear of eternal damnation.