Maria met kind, naast hen Jozef en Johannes de Doper 1729 - 1776

This print of Mary with child, accompanied by Joseph and John the Baptist, was made by Paul Friedrich Engelbrecht in the 18th century. The print exemplifies the period's devotion to religious imagery, reflecting the cultural significance of Christianity in the Netherlands at that time. Notice how the composition is framed by ornate borders, embellished with Latin inscriptions, and cherubic figures, signaling a connection between the divine and earthly realms, reflecting the religious and social values of the period. The detailed engraving technique emphasizes the textures and emotional depth of the figures. The Rijksmuseum holds this print, reflecting the institution's role in preserving and interpreting cultural artifacts. Detailed inventories, records of acquisition, and artist biographies all help us better understand the artwork's context. Approaching it from a historical perspective brings attention to the print's deeper social meanings.