Engel met de zuil, roede en zweep 1580 - 1600

"Engel met de zuil, roede en zweep" (Angel with the column, rod and whip), an engraving by Johann Sadeler I, showcases a meticulously detailed depiction of an angel. The angel is depicted with its right wing outstretched, holding a rod and a whip in its hand, as it leans against a column adorned with a rope. The intricate lines and shading of the engraving highlight the angel's delicate features and the textured surfaces of its surrounding environment. The artwork exemplifies Sadeler's expertise in the art of engraving and his ability to capture both the spiritual and the physical aspects of his subject. This small-scale engraving, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, demonstrates the craftsmanship and attention to detail that characterized the artistic output of the late 16th century.