Twee engelen tonen de passiewerktuigen van Christus. 1588

"Twee engelen tonen de passiewerktuigen van Christus." (Two angels show the instruments of Christ's Passion) is an engraving by Johann Sadeler I, dating from 1588. The artwork depicts two angels kneeling on either side of a cross, holding objects related to the Passion of Christ, such as the nails, crown of thorns, ladder, whip, and sponge. The image serves as an allegory of Christ's suffering and sacrifice. The artwork is currently located in the Rijksmuseum. The intricate details of the engraving showcase Sadeler's skill in creating realistic textures and forms. The composition, with its emphasis on symbolism and religious imagery, is characteristic of Northern Renaissance art.