Apostel Matteüs met een boek 1583

This engraving, titled "Apostel Matteüs met een boek", was created by the Italian artist Agostino Carracci in 1583. It depicts the apostle Matthew, one of the twelve disciples of Jesus, holding a book. Carracci, known for his mastery of drawing and his interest in the human figure, captures Matthew's stance and expression with remarkable realism. The engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Carracci's skill in using light and shadow to create depth and texture, lending a sense of volume to the figure. This small-scale work, measuring only 108 mm by 65 mm, exemplifies Carracci's talent in depicting biblical figures with profound detail and emotion.