The Intercession of the Virgin, kneeling on a cloud at right before Christ, standing at left holding the cross 1605 - 1637

Egbert van Panderen’s etching, *The Intercession of the Virgin*, portrays a dramatic scene of Christ holding the cross as the Virgin Mary kneels in prayer. The image shows the Virgin Mary interceding for humanity as Christ prepares to bear the weight of the cross. Van Panderen creates a sense of drama through the use of contrasting light and shadow, emphasizing the figures’ sorrowful expressions. The inclusion of cherubs overhead further underscores the divine nature of the scene, highlighting the importance of prayer and faith in the face of suffering. This etching, created between 1605 and 1637, exemplifies van Panderen’s skill in capturing both the emotional intensity and the spiritual significance of religious themes.