Christus voorspelt zijn lijden 1629

This 1629 engraving by Dutch artist Christoffel van Sichem, titled "Christus voorspelt zijn lijden" (Christ Foretells His Passion), depicts a biblical scene where Jesus prophesies his suffering and death. The artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum, is notable for its detailed depiction of Jesus and his disciples, and the series of small circular scenes above them illustrating the different stages of his Passion. The use of engraving and intricate line work is characteristic of the period, contributing to the artwork's visual richness and evocative storytelling.