Twee engelen met een honingraat en sprinkhanen 1580 - 1600

This engraving, created by Jacob de Weert sometime between 1580 and 1600, features two angels holding a honeycomb and locusts, symbols of John the Baptist’s life. The piece is a dedication to a man named Johannes Vander Burch, a Knight and an advisor to the Catholic Church. This engraving is a testament to the artist’s skill in depicting intricate details and conveying religious symbolism. The scene is captured in a dynamic composition, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures and the inscription below. The inscription's text highlights John the Baptist's life as a testament to the strength of faith and his role as a prominent figure in the Catholic Church.