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The Descent into Limbo
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The Descent into Limbo

Lucas van Leyden · 1521 · engraving; hand coloring; paper; parchment (animal material)

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

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Christ descends into Limbo with a cross in his hand and saves the souls. Behind him stand Adam and Eve. Top right a demon. This print is part of a handwritten prayer book.

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Credit lineAfdaling in het voorgeborchte. 1521. Lucas van Leyden. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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