Christus in gesprek met Nikodemus 1585

"Christus in gesprek met Nikodemus" (Christ in conversation with Nicodemus), an engraving by Pieter de Jode I, depicts the biblical scene from the Gospel of John where Jesus teaches the Jewish leader Nicodemus about the necessity of being born again. This 1585 print, measuring 179 mm by 230 mm, is part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The piece showcases Jode's skill in rendering the figures' facial expressions and their dramatic pose, drawing the viewer into the intensity of their conversation. The central light source, a candle, illuminates the scene, further enhancing the religious tone of the composition.