Het sterfbed van Maria 1606 - 1657

"Het Sterfbed van Maria" (The Deathbed of Mary) is a 17th-century drawing by Jacques Stella, depicting the death of the Virgin Mary surrounded by figures including angels, disciples, and a priest holding a cross. The drawing, created in the 1600s, is a poignant and detailed representation of the biblical scene, capturing the solemn atmosphere and the intense grief of the onlookers. Stella's use of light and shadow, along with the expressive figures, enhances the emotional impact of the scene, making it a compelling example of Dutch Baroque art. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.