Doop van Christus 1630 - 1677
adriaenlommelin
rijksmuseum
print, engraving
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baroque
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landscape
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figuration
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history-painting
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engraving
"Doop van Christus" (Baptism of Christ) is a 17th-century etching by Dutch artist Adriaen Lommelin. The artwork depicts the biblical event of John the Baptist baptizing Jesus in the River Jordan. A dove descends from the heavens, representing the Holy Spirit, while a ray of light illuminates the scene. Lommelin's etching is notable for its detailed depiction of the figures and its dramatic use of light and shadow, highlighting the sacred moment and the significance of the event.
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