Christus als twaalfjarige in de tempel 1629 - 1740

Christoffel van (II) Sichem's engraving, *Christus als twaalfjarige in de tempel* (1629-1740), depicts the biblical scene of the young Jesus teaching in the temple. The artist uses intricate linework to portray the scene, where Jesus, sitting on a throne, is surrounded by individuals attentively listening to his teachings. The engraving's detailed depiction of the temple's architecture and the lively expressions on the faces of the figures contribute to the powerful narrative of the artwork. This artwork is an excellent example of a 17th-century engraving that combines religious subject matter with artistic skill.