Tabernakel met een medaillon met kelk en hostie c. 1658 - 1678

This engraving by Franz Ertinger, titled "Tabernakel met een medaillon met kelk en hostie," showcases a detailed, ornate depiction of a tabernacle, a sacred receptacle for consecrated bread in Catholic churches. The central focus is a large, oval frame, adorned with a wreath, and holding a chalice and host. The frame is surrounded by putti and angels, their wings outstretched in reverence. The composition is further enhanced by the inclusion of a cross and draped curtains, framing the scene. The intricately etched details, including the cherubs and the intricate ornamentation of the tabernacle itself, add a sense of solemnity and grandeur to the artwork. The artwork dates back to the 17th century, likely created between 1658 and 1678, and currently resides in the Rijksmuseum.