Annunciatie en Visitatie 1791

This etching by Jacob Folkema from 1791 depicts two scenes from the Gospel of Luke. The top scene, titled "The Annunciation," shows the angel Gabriel appearing to Mary, while the bottom scene, titled "The Visitation," shows Mary visiting her cousin Elizabeth. The work is a typical example of 18th-century Dutch religious art and showcases Folkema's skill in capturing the drama and emotion of the Biblical narrative. Folkema's engravings were particularly admired for their clarity and detail. This work is a fine example of his artistry and can be seen at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.