Christus als Salvator Mundi by Cornelis Galle I

Christus als Salvator Mundi 1586 - 1633

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pencil drawn

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aged paper

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light pencil work

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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portrait reference

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pencil drawing

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portrait drawing

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pencil work

This engraving, "Christus als Salvator Mundi" (Christ as Savior of the World), was created by Cornelis Galle I, a prominent printmaker in the 17th century. The work, dated between 1586 and 1633, depicts Jesus Christ as a bust, radiating light and holding a globe, symbolizing his dominion over the world. The engraving is a striking example of religious art, where the artist utilizes intricate lines and shading to capture the divine presence of Christ. It currently resides in the Rijksmuseum, a renowned art museum in Amsterdam.

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