Profeet Jeremia 1547

This 1547 engraving by Nicolas Beatrizet depicts the prophet Jeremiah. The image is based on Michelangelo's fresco of Jeremiah in the Sistine Chapel, as indicated by the inscription "Mich. Ang. Pinxit. in Vaticano". The artwork is a powerful representation of the prophet, capturing his sorrowful and contemplative nature. The detailed rendering of Jeremiah's figure and the surrounding architectural elements are characteristic of Beatrizet's skill as an engraver. This print was likely made for a wider audience interested in the art of the Renaissance, as engravings were a popular and affordable means of reproducing famous works.