Verkondiging aan de herders 1756

This etching by Jean-Baptiste-Denis Lempereur depicts the Annunciation to the Shepherds, a pivotal moment in the Christian narrative. The scene is divided into two sections: above, angels in the clouds, and below, the shepherds reacting with awe and wonder as they are informed of Christ's birth. Lempereur masterfully uses light and shadow to create a sense of dramatic tension and divine presence, further enhancing the powerful symbolism of the artwork. The etching, created in 1756, is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offering a glimpse into Lempereur's artistic skill and the religious themes that resonated with audiences of the 18th century.