Verkondiging aan Maria 1693

Samuel Bottschild's 1693 etching, "Verkondiging aan Maria," depicts the Annunciation, a pivotal moment in Christian faith. The image shows the Angel Gabriel, his wings spread, announcing to Mary, seated on a throne, that she will bear the Son of God. The dramatic use of light and shadow enhances the scene's solemnity and divine presence. A sense of motion and heavenly grace are evident in the angel's descent, making it a powerful example of Baroque-era art. This etching, housed at the Rijksmuseum, reflects Bottschild's artistic mastery and the enduring influence of religious themes in European art.