Stadsgezicht met de aanbidding door de herders 1618

"Stadsgezicht met de aanbidding door de herders" (City View with the Adoration of the Shepherds) is a 1618 etching by Hendrick Hondius I. The scene depicts a bustling city square with a group of people gathered in the foreground, likely representing the shepherds worshipping the newborn Christ child. The architecture of the cityscape provides a backdrop for this biblical event, creating a visual connection between the divine and the earthly. This work is a fine example of Hondius's mastery of etching, demonstrating his ability to capture both the detail of the city and the emotional depth of the religious scene. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into 17th-century Dutch life and religious imagery.