Christus te midden van kathedralen 1916

"Christus te midden van kathedralen" (Christ Among Cathedrals) is a 1916 etching by Dutch artist Lodewijk Schelfhout (1881-1943). The print, now in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a stylized, almost skeletal figure of Christ standing amidst a cityscape of numerous spires. The dark, gestural lines and shadowy forms evoke a sense of mysticism and spiritual power, showcasing Schelfhout's expressionist style, a movement that sought to convey inner emotions and experiences through bold, distorted forms. The work's title and imagery suggest a connection between Christianity and the urban environment, a theme explored by other artists of the time.