Christus stelt Petrus aan als hoofd van zijn kerk 1684 - 1755

This etching, *Christus stelt Petrus aan als hoofd van zijn kerk* (Christ Appoints Peter as Head of His Church) by Pier Leone Ghezzi (1674-1755) depicts a scene from the Gospel of Matthew. It shows Christ conferring upon Peter, the first Pope, the keys to heaven. This work, created between 1684 and 1755, is now located in the Rijksmuseum, and it is a powerful visual interpretation of a core religious belief, showcasing a significant moment in Christian history. The etching style, with its intricate lines and subtle shading, emphasizes the solemn and momentous nature of the scene.