Graflegging van Christus 1598 - 1618

"Graflegging van Christus" (Entombment of Christ) is an engraving created by Jan (II) Collaert between 1598 and 1618, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts the moment when Jesus' body, laid out on a stone slab, is wrapped in a shroud and prepared for burial, a scene from the Passion of Christ. The composition highlights the sorrowful figures of the women, their gestures expressing grief and devotion. The scene is set in a rocky landscape, with a distant city visible in the background, adding a sense of historical context. The artwork's detailed linework and masterful use of light and shadow contribute to its impactful depiction of this poignant moment in Christian history.