Tabernakeldeur met voorstelling van Maria als moeder van smarten 1616

Adriaen van Ammelroi's "Tabernakeldeur met voorstelling van Maria als moeder van smarten" (1616) is a gold-plated relief depicting the Virgin Mary as the "Mother of Sorrows." Mary is seated, draped in a flowing robe, with her hands folded in prayer. The image is surrounded by a wealth of symbolism, including angels holding a banner with the face of Christ crowned with thorns, cherubs, and various objects. The rich details and masterful craftsmanship make this piece an exemplary example of 17th-century Dutch religious art.