Aankomst van Willibrord in Vronen 1694 - 1737

"Aankomst vande Billhoppen wirbus en WILLIB BOROUS tốt VROONEN" ("Arrival of the Bishops Wirbus and Willibrordus in Vronen") is an etching by Pieter van den Berge, dating from 1694-1737. The scene depicts the arrival of the missionary Saint Willibrord and his companion, Wirbus, in the Dutch village of Vronen. This detailed and intricately etched print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the historical narrative of early Christianity in the Netherlands. The artwork exemplifies the genre of religious etching, capturing the reverence and dramatic impact of the event. The composition centers on the figures of the bishops, emphasizing their importance and authority through their attire and position within the scene.