Kind en engel bij zonsverduistering 1590 - 1624

Boëtius Adamsz. Bolswert created this engraving of a child and an angel during a solar eclipse. Celestial events have long held deep cultural and spiritual significance, often viewed through the lens of divine will and human fate. Here, a child is shielding the angel's eyes from the eclipse. The figures of the child and the angel challenge traditional representations. Rather than portraying the angel as a divine protector, the image captures a moment of shared vulnerability. The Latin inscription translates to "Why do you hide your face and consider me your enemy?" It raises questions about faith, protection, and abandonment during times of uncertainty. This piece invites us to consider how we navigate moments of crisis, both individually and collectively, and how our perceptions of divine or higher powers shift in the face of the unknown.