Paus geeft opdracht tot bewaken van Heilige Deur 1763 - 1818

This etching by Dutch artist Jan Lucas van der Beek depicts a scene from the life of Saint Michael. The engraving shows the moment when the Pope, seated and wearing his papal tiara, entrusts Saint Michael with guarding the Holy Door in the Vatican. The scene is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, highlighting the solemnity of the occasion. The artwork, created between 1763 and 1818, is a testament to Van der Beek’s mastery of the etching technique and showcases his ability to capture both the grandeur and the intimacy of religious scenes. This etching is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, a treasure trove of Dutch art.