Three cherubs and two boys on clouds, each raising one arm 1646

Wenceslaus Hollar’s etching, "Three cherubs and two boys on clouds, each raising one arm," from 1646, depicts five cherubic figures, two with wings, on clouds. Hollar, known for his detailed and precise etchings, created this piece using a sharp burin to engrave the plate. The composition is dynamic, with the cherubs posed in various positions, each reaching an arm upward, creating a sense of movement and adoration. The piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a testament to Hollar’s mastery of etching technique and his ability to capture the essence of angelic figures.