Epifanius staat op het punt om een beeld van Christus te vernietigen 1803

This engraving, "Epifanius staat op het punt om een beeld van Christus te vernietigen," by Reinier Vinkeles depicts a dramatic scene from the life of the 4th century bishop Epiphanius. The scene shows Epiphanius tearing down a curtain to reveal an image of Christ, symbolizing his zealous destruction of pagan idols. Vinkeles, a Dutch engraver active during the Neoclassical era, captured the intensity of the moment with fine detail, highlighting the contrast between Epiphanius's determined expression and the serene figure of Christ. This artwork is a testament to the clash between religious beliefs and artistic practices, a theme that continues to resonate with audiences today.