Christus aan het kruis 1560 - 1650

"Christus aan het kruis" is an etching created by Johann Sadeler I between 1560 and 1650. The print depicts the crucifixion of Christ with a figure of Mary kneeling at the foot of the cross. Sadeler's use of detail and linework showcases his mastery of the etching technique. The engraving highlights the scene's pathos and solemnity through the sorrowful postures of Christ and Mary, as well as the skull and bones at the base of the cross. This print is a poignant representation of a central event in Christian faith and reflects the religious art of the Renaissance period.