Het sacrament van het priesterschap 18th century

This 18th-century print, "Het sacrament van het priesterschap," by Giovanni Volpato, depicts the ceremony of priestly ordination. The scene shows a bishop laying his hands on the head of a kneeling priest, symbolizing the transfer of spiritual authority. The ornate floral border and the central figures with their elaborate garments contribute to a sense of grandeur and solemnity, highlighting the significance of the sacrament. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the visual representation of religious rituals in 18th-century Europe.