Lucas schrijft zijn evangelie 1709

This etching by Bernard Picart, titled *Lucas schrijft zijn evangelie* (Luke writes his gospel), depicts the biblical scene of Luke receiving inspiration from the Holy Spirit to write his gospel. The scene is set indoors with a window overlooking a landscape and a cityscape. The composition features Luke seated at a table, writing in a book, with the Holy Spirit, depicted as a figure with wings, appearing to him. This etching is an example of religious art from the Baroque period, showcasing the artist's attention to detail and use of light and shadow to create a sense of drama. The etching, now located in the Rijksmuseum, is a small work, measuring 91 mm in height and 172 mm in width.