Christelijke ridder 1614

"Christelijke Ridder" (Christian Knight) is an etching by Pieter Serwouters, created in 1614. The print depicts a scene of a knight, standing on a pedestal, holding a chalice as a woman offers him a crown. A bearded man with a bow and arrow, likely representing faith, protects the knight from a demon. This piece, housed at the Rijksmuseum, provides a visually compelling allegorical portrayal of Christian faith and its role in combating temptation. The detailed figures and dramatic composition contribute to the powerful message of the artwork.