Staand engeltje met sinaasappel 1630 - 1652

"Staand engeltje met sinaasappel" (Standing Angel with Orange) is an etching by Pieter van Avont, a Dutch artist active in the early 17th century. This small-scale print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, features a cherubic figure with wings, holding a small, round object, perhaps an orange, in its outstretched hand. The detailed rendering of the angel's anatomy and the delicate lines of the etching create a sense of life and movement within the composition. This artwork is a fine example of Van Avont's mastery of printmaking and showcases his skill in capturing the beauty and innocence of angelic imagery.