Laatste Oordeel 1700 - 1800

"Laatste Oordeel" (Last Judgement) is an anonymous etching from the 17th or 18th century, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a scene of the Last Judgement with a detailed portrayal of the separation of the righteous and the damned. It's a striking image with a chaotic yet symmetrical composition, contrasting the order of heaven with the turmoil of hell. The work highlights the artistic traditions of the Baroque period, with its dynamic figures, dramatic use of light and shadow, and emotional intensity. The etching also reveals the continued influence of the Renaissance, with its focus on human anatomy and the study of the human form.