Plate 1: God Blessing on the Seventh Day, from Genesis Chapter 2, after a lost fresco in the basamento of Bay 1 of the Vatican Loggia 1650 - 1677

This etching, "Plate 1: God Blessing on the Seventh Day, from Genesis Chapter 2, after a lost fresco in the basamento of Bay 1 of the Vatican Loggia," by Pietro Santi Bartoli depicts a scene from the Book of Genesis. God, seated on a cloud, is surrounded by angels, and is blessing his creation on the seventh day. Created between 1650 and 1677, this print is a reproduction of a lost fresco in the Vatican, illustrating the importance of both the biblical text and artistic tradition. The detailed line work and dramatic composition convey the sacredness of the subject matter. The artwork is a testament to the skill and artistry of Pietro Santi Bartoli, a prominent Italian artist who specialized in engraving.