Christus als de Goede herder geflankeerd door Pax en Silentium 1600

This etching by Johann Sadeler I, completed in 1600, depicts a scene of the "Good Shepherd" flanked by the figures of Pax (Peace) and Silentium (Silence). The print is part of a series of engravings dedicated to Pope Clement VIII. This work is an excellent example of the Renaissance engraving style, where the artist utilizes meticulous detail and masterful use of light and shadow to portray the figures and their surrounding landscape. The inscription "Oraclvm Anachoret" (the Oracle of the Hermit) further contextualizes the religious message of the work. The small size of the artwork, 205mm x 166mm, highlights the meticulous nature of the engraving technique. This artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.