Wijwaterbak met Tobias en de engel 1659

"Wijwaterbak met Tobias en de engel" is a 1659 etching by Jean Lepautre, a French artist renowned for his decorative engravings. The print depicts a scene from the biblical story of Tobias, where an angel guides him through the wilderness. Lepautre's style, with its ornate framing elements and detailed figures, exemplifies the Baroque period's preference for theatricality and exuberance. The intricate design, with its cherubs, garlands, and elaborate scrolls, creates a sense of grandeur and monumentality, highlighting the sacred subject matter. This artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Lepautre's mastery of engraving and his ability to synthesize classical and biblical themes into a visually compelling whole.