Staand engeltje 1630 - 1652

"Staand engeltje" (Standing Angel) is a 17th-century etching by Pieter van Avont. The print depicts a cherubic angel with feathered wings, standing with one arm raised and the other resting on a drapery. Van Avont's meticulous detail is evident in the angel's delicate features and the intricate folds of the fabric. This small-scale work, measuring just 103 mm by 67 mm, is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing both anatomical precision and a sense of ethereal beauty. Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, this etching is a prime example of the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with celestial themes and the idealized depiction of angels.