Lopend engeltje 1630 - 1652

"Lopend Engeltje" (Walking Angel) is an etching by Pieter van Avont, created between 1630 and 1652. The artwork depicts a cherubic figure with delicate features and wings, gracefully walking on a lightly textured ground. The etching is characterized by fine lines and intricate details, highlighting the artist's skill in capturing the angel's innocent and ethereal presence. This small-scale artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the artist's mastery of engraving and the popularity of angelic imagery in Dutch art of the 17th century.