Geloof, Hoop en Liefde en de vier evangelisten 1643

This anonymous engraving from 1643, titled "Geloof, Hoop en Liefde en de vier evangelisten" (Faith, Hope, and Love and the Four Evangelists), is a powerful visual depiction of Christian faith. The central image of Mary and the Christ child, radiating light and surrounded by angels, symbolizes the divine. Below, the four evangelists are depicted alongside their traditional symbols, each holding a book, representing the Gospels. This intricate composition is a testament to the dedication of the unknown artist to visually represent the core tenets of Christian belief. The engraving’s inclusion in a book titled "Historiæ Sacræ Novi Testamenti" (Sacred Histories of the New Testament) further highlights its intended audience, who were likely seeking to engage with biblical narratives in a visually compelling way.