Uitstorting van de Heilige Geest c. 1612 - 1616

Theodoor Galle's "Uitstorting van de Heilige Geest" (c. 1612-1616) is a black and white engraving depicting the biblical scene of the Pentecost, where the Holy Spirit descended on the Apostles in the form of tongues of fire. The artwork shows a group of figures gathered in a room, with a dove and a cloud above them, representing the Holy Spirit. The engraving, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a powerful representation of a pivotal moment in Christian history. It was created during the Baroque period, known for its dramatic and emotional style, which is evident in Galle's rendering of the figures and their expressions of awe and wonder.