Christ standing before an entrance to a city surrounded by apostles addressing a group of men at right

In this dynamic etching, Christ stands at the left, silhouetted against a grand city entrance, his figure commanding attention as he addresses a group of men on the right. His apostles gather around him, their expressions intent. The scene unfolds with a dramatic sense of light and shadow, characteristic of the sulphur tone technique used here, which creates subtle gradations and a rich, painterly effect. Printed in a warm brown ink, the work evokes a sense of antiquity and solemnity. The architecture of the city gate, with its classical arches and imposing scale, frames the sacred encounter, suggesting both the worldly setting and the spiritual significance of the gathering. This print, made around 1756, captures a moment of teaching and dialogue, inviting us to consider the interaction between the divine and the human within a bustling urban landscape.