Aanbidding door de koningen / Vlucht naar Egypte 1716 - 1791

This etching by Pieter Tanjé, a Dutch artist active in the 18th century, depicts two scenes from the life of Jesus Christ. The upper scene shows the Adoration of the Magi, with the three wise men kneeling before the infant Jesus and offering gifts. The lower scene depicts the Flight into Egypt, with Joseph, Mary, and the infant Jesus fleeing to Egypt to escape King Herod's wrath. These engravings are a visual representation of the biblical narratives and demonstrate Tanjé's mastery of the etching technique. They are part of a larger series of engravings that were published by the artist in 1752. The series likely served as a devotional aid for those who couldn't afford paintings. The Rijksmuseum holds both prints today.