Twee epitafen, de linker met Christus aan het Kruis 1563

This print, titled "Twee epitafen, de linker met Christus aan het Kruis," was created by Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum. The composition is divided into two distinct panels, each presenting an elaborate epitaph. The one on the left depicts Christ on the Cross. The one on the right has a classical scene with sculptures of people. The artists' attention to detail and structure is evident in the way he uses line and shading to define the architectural elements. The symmetry of the epitaphs, adorned with cherubs and inscriptions, creates a formal balance that is both decorative and somber. The architectural details like the columns, the statues and arches offer a glimpse into the visual culture and theological concerns of the time. The print invites reflection on the themes of mortality and remembrance. The symbolic language used within the print would have been clearly understood by its contemporary audience, offering them a structured way to contemplate life, death, and faith.