Heilige Servatius van Maastricht door engelen ten hemel gedragen 1837
theodoorschaepkens
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pencil drawn
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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sketchbook drawing
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pencil work
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
Theodoor Schaepkens's 1837 engraving, "Heilige Servatius van Maastricht door engelen ten hemel gedragen", depicts the ascension of Saint Servatius of Maastricht. Surrounded by angels, the saint is shown being lifted to heaven. The intricate detail and light shading of the engraving lend a sense of heavenly grandeur to the scene. This artwork is a powerful example of 19th-century religious art, showcasing the importance of faith and the afterlife in the era. The artwork is currently held at the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the important role of religion in Dutch art.
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