Altaar met hemelvaart van de Heilige Maagd before 1643

This etching by Abraham Bosse, titled "Altaar met hemelvaart van de Heilige Maagd" (Altar with the Assumption of the Virgin), is a detailed design for a church altar. Created before 1643, the print showcases the intricate details of a Baroque altar design, featuring an elaborate frame adorned with angels and a central panel depicting the Virgin Mary's ascension to heaven. The design exemplifies the ornate and theatrical style prevalent in Baroque architecture, characterized by its grandeur and emphasis on visual impact. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides valuable insight into the artistic and religious sensibilities of 17th-century Europe.