Christus met Antiquitas en Novitas 1640 - 1680

This engraving by Cornelis Galle I, titled "Christus met Antiquitas en Novitas" (Christ with Antiquity and Newness), is a visually complex work. The central figure, Christ, sits enthroned and holds a radiant orb with the inscription "IHS" (a monogram for Jesus). He is flanked by two figures, likely representing the Old and New Testaments. The intricate architectural setting and the ornate inscription at the bottom of the composition suggest that this is a title page for a religious text. The artwork itself is a prime example of baroque printmaking and demonstrates a stylistic affinity for the decorative details and grand compositions characteristic of the period.