Landschap met de Emmaüsgangers 1673 - 1695

This landscape with the Emmaüsgangers was etched by Nicolas Perelle in the 17th century. Three figures dominate the foreground: Christ and two disciples on the road to Emmaus. The pair do not recognize Christ until he breaks bread with them. The motif of unrecognized divinity echoes through history; consider the gods of antiquity, often appearing in disguise. The presence of such a motif invites us to reflect on the nature of revelation. The journey is not merely physical, but one of spiritual insight. The landscape itself, classical buildings and mountain, forms a backdrop to the figures. This scene, laden with Christian symbolism, evokes a collective memory and subconscious recognition. The landscape becomes a stage. We see here a non-linear progression, as the classical and the Christian merge. This is a powerful reminder of how symbols evolve and resurface, carrying layers of meaning across time.