Bebudelsen for hyrderne 1599

"Bebudelsen for hyrderne" (The Annunciation to the Shepherds) is a 1599 etching by Dutch artist Jan Saenredam. The piece depicts the moment when an angel appears to the shepherds in a field, announcing the birth of Christ. The scene is rendered with a dramatic use of light and shadow, creating a sense of awe and wonder. The detailed depiction of the figures, animals, and landscape adds to the realism of the scene. This work is an example of Saenredam's skill as a printmaker and his ability to capture the spiritual significance of a biblical story. The etching is currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.