Lucas van Leyden 1494 – 1533 Christ in Limboengraving (15 × 10 cm) — 1521 Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam This work is linked to Ephesians 4:9 Christ, who died on the cross and was buried in a grave, descends into Limbo in order to save souls. In his left hand he holds a cross with a flag. Behind him are Adam and Eve. This hand-coloured engraving is one of eighteen in a handwritten prayerbook. One of the other prints shows Jesus before Annas. Rate this work of art: |
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