Valse messias 1629

"Valse messias" (1629) is an engraving by Christoffel van (II) Sichem, depicting a scene from the Book of Revelation. The work shows a crowned king seated on a throne with a group of people kneeling before him. A window reveals a fiery cityscape and a figure ascending into heaven. This image is a powerful reminder of the judgement scene in Revelation, where the righteous are separated from the wicked. The engraving's detailed lines and intricate composition create a sense of drama and intensity. This artwork is considered a significant example of religious engraving during the Dutch Golden Age and can be found in the Rijksmuseum.