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Christ in Limbo
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Christ in Limbo

Adriaen Collaert · 1570 - 1618 · engraving; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

Illustration of the fifth article of the Apostles' Creed ([Christ] who descended into hell; on the third day rose again from the dead). After his death, Christ descends into Limbo. He has broken the gates of hell and extends his hand to Old Testament saints. Adam and Eve stand beside him. In the background to the right, the Resurrection of Christ. This print is part of an album.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineChristus in het voorgeborchte. 1570 - 1618. Adriaen Collaert. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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