Aartsengel Gabriël met lelie 1500 - 1527

This engraving, titled "Aartsengel Gabriël met lelie", was created by Italian artist Marcantonio Raimondi between 1500 and 1527. The print depicts the Archangel Gabriel, a prominent figure in Christian art and theology. The angel stands with outstretched wings, holding a lily in one hand, a symbol of purity and innocence often associated with Gabriel. Raimondi's detailed lines and the use of chiaroscuro, a technique that creates the illusion of depth and shadow, gives the print a sense of realism and drama. This engraving is now part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.