Engelen in glorie c. 1607

"Engelen in glorie" (Angels in Glory), a drawing by an anonymous artist from c. 1607, depicts a group of cherubic angels soaring through the clouds, their wings outstretched in a flurry of movement. The artist masterfully captures the weightlessness of flight with delicate lines and shading, emphasizing the ethereal nature of the scene. This drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the enduring appeal of angelic imagery in religious art. The dynamic composition and skillful rendering of light and shadow create a sense of awe and wonder, inviting viewers to contemplate the divine.