Hemelvaart van Maria 1629

"Hemelvaart van Maria" (Assumption of Mary) is a 1629 woodcut by Dutch artist Christoffel van (II) Sichem depicting the biblical event of the Virgin Mary's ascension into heaven. The image depicts Mary, surrounded by angels, rising up towards a radiant sun while a group of individuals on earth look up in awe. This small-scale print showcases Sichem's mastery of detail and his understanding of religious iconography. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, serves as a testament to the religious fervor that defined art during the 17th century.