Graflegging van Christus 1616 - 1657

This etching by Paulus Pontius, completed between 1616 and 1657, depicts the Entombment of Christ. The scene is characterized by a dramatic use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts of light and dark that create a sense of depth and emotion. The figures are realistically portrayed, with detailed anatomical features and expressive gestures. The composition emphasizes the solemnity of the moment, as Christ's lifeless body is lowered into the tomb, surrounded by grieving figures. The artwork's title, "Graflegging van Christus", is Dutch for "Entombment of Christ", which further clarifies the subject matter. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.