Wijwaterbak met de doop van Christus c. 1677 - 1692

"Wijwaterbak met de doop van Christus," (Holy Water Font with the Baptism of Christ) is an etching by Franz Ertinger, a Dutch artist active in the late 17th century. The artwork depicts a highly ornate design incorporating the scene of the Baptism of Christ, enclosed within a swirling cartouche that's filled with cherubs and decorative elements. The work was likely intended to be a design for a holy water font, and its elaborate baroque style speaks to the decorative and religious trends of the time. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, this etching showcases Ertinger's skill in creating detailed and visually engaging artwork.