Staand engeltje 1630 - 1652

"Staand engeltje" is a small etching on paper by the Dutch artist Pieter van Avont, created between 1630 and 1652. The artwork depicts a standing cherub with wings, pointing upwards with its right hand. The cherub is depicted in a naturalistic style, with attention to detail in the anatomy and the drapery. This artwork, held in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist’s skill in capturing the delicate features and graceful movements of angelic figures.