Prozession römischer Mädchen zur Erstkommunion 1812

Johannes Riepenhausen's 1812 drawing, "Prozession römischer Mädchen zur Erstkommunion," depicts a procession of young Roman girls, their white robes and angelic wings symbolizing purity, receiving their first communion. The scene unfolds in a church setting, with a priest and altar visible, highlighting the religious context of the event. Riepenhausen's use of detail and shading creates a sense of reverence and solemnity, capturing the significance of the moment. The artwork can be viewed in the Städel Museum.