Lippen van Jesaja met gloeiende kool gereinigd 1538

This woodcut by Hans Holbein the Younger, titled "Lippen van Jesaja met gloeiende kool gereinigd," depicts the biblical story of Isaiah's cleansing. A winged angel holding a glowing coal touches the lips of the prophet Isaiah, symbolizing the purification of his speech to deliver God's message. The scene takes place outdoors, with a building in the background representing the temple. This small-scale artwork, measuring 60 mm by 85 mm, showcases Holbein's mastery of line and detail. This 16th-century woodcut is a testament to the artist's religious devotion and his skill in conveying the power of divine intervention.