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The Ascension of Christ
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The Ascension of Christ

Antonie Wierix (II) · 1585 · engraving; paper

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

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Christ, with raised hands, is taken up into heaven. His disciples and Mary watch in wonder. Below the scene a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Luke 24.

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printChrist ascends into heaven
Credit lineHemelvaart van Christus. 1585. Antonie Wierix (II). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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