Het sacrament van de ziekenzalving 1712 - 1786

"Het Sacrament van de Ziekenzalving," created between 1712 and 1786 by Giovanni Marco Pitteri, depicts a priest administering the last rites to a dying man. The scene is set in a simple room with a bed and a few pieces of furniture. The dying man is lying in bed, surrounded by his loved ones. The priest is standing over him, holding a book and a small vessel containing holy oil. This powerful engraving illustrates a key Catholic ritual, offering a glimpse into the devotional practices of the 18th century. Pitteri's work is characterized by its meticulous detail and dramatic realism, making it a significant example of religious art from the period.