Hemelvaart van Maria 1750

"Hemelvaart van Maria" (Assumption of Mary) is an etching by Dutch artist Jan Punt, created in 1750. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the biblical story of Mary’s ascension to heaven, surrounded by angels. Punt’s detailed rendering of the figures and dynamic composition, combined with the light and shadow play, creates a powerful and dramatic scene. The etching is a testament to Punt's skill as a printmaker and his ability to convey the spiritual significance of the subject matter.