Maria Magdalena droogt de voeten van Christus met haar haar 1629 - 1740

This etching by Christoffel van (II) Sichem, dating from 1629 to 1740, portrays the biblical story of Mary Magdalene drying the feet of Jesus with her hair. The scene depicts the interior of a room where Jesus is seated at a table, surrounded by people. Mary Magdalene kneels at his feet, illustrating her devotion and penitence. This image is part of a series of etchings that interpret scenes from the New Testament, often with text accompanying them. The image's small size, a characteristic of early etchings, is a testament to the detail achieved through the artist's craftsmanship. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, serves as a historical and religious artifact, offering viewers insight into the artistic and cultural practices of the Dutch Golden Age.