Christus geneest een man die blind geboren is 1629

Christoffel van Sichem II created this woodcut, "Christ Healing a Man Born Blind," sometime in the 17th century. The dense composition, rendered with stark contrasts of black ink on paper, immediately draws the eye. Observe how the artist uses line and form to guide us through the biblical scene. The lower half presents Christ healing the blind man, while above, Sichem constructs a perspectival view of the town. This division creates a compelling contrast between the divine act and the everyday world. Notice the architectural structure; the buildings and streets recede into the background, employing linear perspective to convey depth. Yet, this perspective is somewhat stylized. The rigorous lines and the graphic nature of the medium serve a didactic function typical of the era. Through the formal arrangement, Sichem doesn't just depict a scene but invites contemplation on the nature of faith and sight, both physical and spiritual.