De verzoeking van Christus 1518

Lucas van Leyden’s “De verzoeking van Christus” (Temptation of Christ), created in 1518, is a small-scale engraving depicting a biblical scene. The image shows Christ, standing on a rocky outcrop, rejecting the temptations of the Devil, who is depicted kneeling and offering Christ a crown. The detailed depiction of the figures and the dramatic landscape contribute to the powerful narrative of the engraving. This work is characteristic of the Northern Renaissance style and is a testament to Lucas van Leyden's skill as an engraver. The engraving is housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a testament to its significance within Dutch art history.