Christ Blessing the little Children 1640 - 1672

"Christ Blessing the Little Children" is a 17th-century oil painting attributed to Jacob de (I) Wet, a Dutch Baroque painter. The painting depicts a scene from the Gospels where Jesus Christ blesses a group of children. The composition is characteristic of the Baroque style, with a dramatic use of light and shadow. The work features a central figure of Christ surrounded by a group of children and their parents in a warm, inviting setting. The painting emphasizes the compassionate and loving nature of Christ, who is shown reaching out to bless the children, which were considered to be the embodiment of innocence and purity. This small oil painting, measuring 55 cm in height and 45 cm in width, was created sometime between 1640-1672, showcasing Jacob de Wet's talent for depicting religious scenes with a keen eye for detail and emotional depth.