Visitatie 1629

"Visitatie" is a 1629 engraving by Dutch artist Christoffel van (II) Sichem. The artwork depicts the biblical story of the Visitation, in which Mary, pregnant with Jesus, travels to visit her cousin Elizabeth, who is pregnant with John the Baptist. The scene is set within a complex architectural framework, with multiple scenes depicted in smaller vignettes, adding to the narrative complexity of the piece. This engraving, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of Sichem's mastery of the medium, showcasing detailed figures and intricate architectural details.