Christuskind en Johannes de Doper in innige omhelzing 1618 - 1655

This etching by Cornelis Schut, dating between 1618 and 1655, depicts a tender embrace between the infant Christ and John the Baptist. The image is a study in light and shadow, with the figures rendered in delicate lines that capture the softness of their bodies. The composition is intimate, with the two figures pressed close together, their gazes meeting in a moment of shared intimacy. The work is a testament to Schut's mastery of drawing and composition, and his ability to convey complex emotions with the simplest of means. "Christuskind en Johannes de Doper in innige omhelzing" is a valuable example of Dutch Baroque art, demonstrating the stylistic influence of Italian Mannerism on Northern European artists.