Christus aan het kruis met Maria Magdalena 1582 - 1671

This etching by Heinrich Ulrich, dating from 1582-1671, depicts a poignant scene from the Passion of Christ. The central figure is Jesus Christ, crucified on the cross with a crown of thorns and a loincloth. Mary Magdalene, in a flowing gown, kneels at the foot of the cross, her hands clasped in prayer. The scene is set against a backdrop of a dramatic landscape, with a skull and crossbones in the foreground symbolizing death and resurrection. This artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the 16th and 17th century fascination with religious subjects, capturing the emotional weight of Christ's sacrifice.