Man in harnas voor een paus 1816 - 1889

This 19th-century engraving by Johannes de Mare, titled "Man in harnas voor een paus" (Man in Armor Before a Pope), depicts a scene with numerous figures. The central figure is a pope seated on a throne, while a man in armor stands before him. Other figures, including a woman in a long robe and men holding weapons, appear in vignette-style frames surrounding the central image. The artist's use of line and detail create a sense of drama and intrigue, hinting at a narrative that would have been familiar to de Mare’s audience. The engraving showcases the artist’s skill in depicting both historical and religious themes.