The Coronation of the Virgin c. 1635

Christoffel Jegher's "The Coronation of the Virgin" (c. 1635) is a striking black and white etching depicting the crowning of the Virgin Mary in the heavens. God the Father and an angel hold a crown above Mary's head, symbolizing her divine ascension. The dramatic composition, detailed drapery, and dynamic poses of the figures are characteristic of Baroque art, reflecting a fascination with the human form and the divine. This work is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.