Opwekking van Lazarus 1630 - 1631

Jan Lievens created this etching, *The Raising of Lazarus*, during the Dutch Golden Age, a period marked by immense economic prosperity and cultural flourishing in the Netherlands. In the etching, we witness a profound moment of resurrection. Lievens masterfully portrays the scene with dramatic lighting, heightening the emotional tension. Note how Lazarus's hands emerge from the darkness of the tomb, reaching towards the radiant figure of Christ, who stands bathed in divine light. This stark contrast between light and shadow serves to emphasize the miraculous nature of the event. The figures surrounding Lazarus mirror the emotional intensity of the scene, embodying a range of reactions from awe to disbelief. Lievens captures not only the spectacle of the miracle but also the deeply human emotions of faith, hope, and wonder. He invites us to contemplate the power of belief and the promise of renewal inherent in the story of Lazarus.