Christus en Maria en Johannes de Doper met heiligen Paulus en Catharina van Alexandrië 1520 - 1610

"Christus en Maria en Johannes de Doper met heiligen Paulus en Catharina van Alexandrië" is a 16th-century anonymous print in the Rijksmuseum. The work depicts a scene of the ascension of Christ with figures from the Bible and Christian history. The image is composed of two distinct sections: the upper section shows Christ, Mary, and John the Baptist ascending to heaven in a cloud, while the lower section depicts the saints Paul and Catherine of Alexandria. The print uses line etching to create a sense of depth and detail in the figures and their surroundings, which contributes to the overall grandeur of the piece. This work is a great example of a Christian print, showcasing the complex iconography and artistic style common to the period.