Christus disputeert met mannen in de tempel 1830 - 1840

"Christus disputeert met mannen in de tempel" ("Christus Disputes with Men in the Temple") is a black and white lithograph created by Henricus Wilhelmus Couwenberg, a Dutch artist who lived from 1814 to 1845. This artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene from the Gospels, where Jesus is engaged in a heated debate with a group of men in the Temple. Couwenberg's composition is characterized by a sense of drama and tension, with the figures arranged in a dynamic and expressive manner. The scene is set in a grand interior space, with architectural features that emphasize the importance of the event. The detailed rendering of the figures and their expressions, coupled with the use of strong chiaroscuro, creates a powerful and moving image. This work is a prime example of 19th-century religious art.