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The Betrayal of Judas
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The Betrayal of Judas

Christoffel van Sichem (II) · 1629 · letterpress printing; plakken; houtsnede; paper

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

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Christ makes himself known in the garden of Gethsemane. Judas, with devil on his head, and the soldiers recoil and fall to the ground. In the background it is seen how Judas kisses Christ on the cheek. Letters are placed at various elements of the composition. The print is part of an album.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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printboekillustratiealbumbladChrist makes himself known
Credit lineVerraad van Judas. 1629. Christoffel van Sichem (II). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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