Many are Baptized

Philip Galle after Maerten van Heemskerck

Associated Names
Philip Galle

Artist, Netherlandish, 1537 - 1612

Maerten van Heemskerck

Artist After, Netherlandish, 1498 - 1574

This is a drawing of a religious baptismal scene. The artwork depicts figures engaged in a baptism ritual. Some figures are kneeling, while others are standing. The central figure appears to be dispensing a blessing or participating in the act of baptism. Surrounding this central activity are architectural elements, with arches, columns, and drapery. In the background, there are additional figures and a building interior. The drawing uses expressive lines and detailed engraving to convey texture, clothing, and emotion within the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1974.33.12

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 398, copy a


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65576148

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