Presentatie van Christus in de tempel c. 1568 - 1578

"Presentatie van Christus in de tempel" (c. 1568-1578) is an engraving by the Netherlandish artist Cornelis Cort (1533-1578), depicting the biblical event of the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple. It is held at the Rijksmuseum. The engraving shows Mary and Joseph presenting the baby Jesus to the elderly Simeon, who holds him in his arms. The scene is set in the temple, with a priest and other figures present. The detailed rendering of the figures and the architectural setting is characteristic of Cort’s work. This print is a testament to the skill of Cort, who is considered one of the most important printmakers of the 16th century.