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Christ distributing crowns
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Christ distributing crowns

Hieronymus Wierix · 1611 - before 1619 · engraving; paper

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

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Christ distributes crowns of flowers. He is accompanied by Mary in her role as intercessor for mankind. The scene is framed by a rosary border. In each corner, a medallion with scenes of people suffering and wishing for their pain to be softened by Mary. In the cartouche below, men kneel, including a pope and an emperor, and ask Mary for help. The print has a Latin title.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineChristus deelt kronen uit. 1611 - before 1619. Hieronymus Wierix. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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