Engel met het lichaam van Christus 1660

"Engel met het lichaam van Christus" (Angel with the Body of Christ) is a 1660 etching by Johannes Popels, a Dutch artist known for his religious and historical subjects. This small, detailed print (219 mm x 170 mm) depicts the iconic scene of an angel mourning over the body of Jesus, symbolizing grief and the weight of Christ's sacrifice. The intense emotion of the scene is captured through the dramatic composition, with the angel's outstretched wings and Christ's slumped posture creating a powerful visual narrative. The etching technique, with its subtle gradations of light and shadow, enhances the sense of realism and drama within the artwork. The work is an excellent example of 17th-century Dutch art, highlighting Popels' mastery of etching and his skill in conveying religious themes through visual means.