Christus redt zielen uit het vagevuur 1492 - 1550

"Christus redt zielen uit het vagevuur" is a 16th-century engraving by an anonymous artist that depicts Christ rescuing souls from purgatory. The artwork features a dramatic scene with Christ in the center, surrounded by souls in need of salvation. The image is set in a dark, cavernous space, suggesting the oppressive nature of purgatory. This work is currently held in the Rijksmuseum. The engraving is a small-scale work with a height of 222 mm and a width of 270 mm, making it a highly detailed and intimate depiction of this important religious theme.