Christus op de Olijfberg 1583

"Christus op de Olijfberg" is a 1583 engraving by Abraham de Bruyn depicting the moment when Jesus is betrayed by Judas in the Garden of Gethsemane. This etching is one of many illustrations de Bruyn created for a bible published in Antwerp in 1583. The scene features a detailed depiction of the moment, with Jesus standing in the center surrounded by his disciples, Judas Iscariot, and Roman soldiers approaching to arrest him. The composition is intricately arranged with dramatic use of light and shadow. This intricate and detailed etching reveals de Bruyn's skills in creating expressive figures within a dynamic setting.