Grafmonument van Maria Magdalena Langhans in de kerk van Hindelbank 1751 - 1804

This etching, created by Gottlieb Leberecht Crusius between 1751 and 1804, depicts a memorial monument dedicated to Maria Magdalena Langhans. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's skill in capturing the detail of a monumental design, highlighting the intricate design of the memorial. The central figure, Maria Magdalena Langhans, is depicted in a dramatic pose within a broken frame, symbolizing her passing. Crusius's engraving emphasizes the solemnity of the event, making the artwork a poignant reminder of mortality and its impact on the human psyche.