Christuskind blaast zeepbellen 1617

This 1617 engraving by Christoffel van Sichem titled “Christuskind blaast zeepbellen” depicts a scene from the New Testament where a young Jesus is shown blowing soap bubbles. The artwork showcases Sichem's mastery of detail, as each figure is rendered with a sense of realism and emotion. It is part of a larger series of engravings exploring the life of Christ. The artwork is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. This small-scale engraving exemplifies the popularity of devotional imagery in Dutch art during the 17th century.