First Communion 1845

Johannes Bosboom's "First Communion" (1845) is a pencil drawing depicting a congregation gathered in a church for a communion service. The scene, rendered in soft tones, features a group of children standing in the foreground, while adults kneel in prayer in the background. The dramatic lighting, with a beam of light streaming in through a doorway, adds a sense of reverence and solemnity to the scene. The detailed depiction of the church's interior, including the vaulted ceiling and stained glass windows, highlights Bosboom's skill as a draughtsman. This intimate portrayal of a religious ceremony is characteristic of his work, which often explored the interiors of Dutch churches and the everyday lives of their parishioners.