Who created "Christ Among the Doctors"?

Christ Among the Doctors was created by Justus Sadeler|Anonymous in 1590–ca. 1620.

When was "Christ Among the Doctors" created?

This artwork was created 1590–ca. 1620.

What medium is "Christ Among the Doctors"?

Christ Among the Doctors is Engraving.

Is "Christ Among the Doctors" in the public domain?

Yes, Christ Among the Doctors is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Christ Among the Doctors

Justus Sadeler|Anonymous

1590–ca. 1620

Medium

Engraving

Dimensions

Sheet: 3 3/8 × 2 1/4 in. (8.6 × 5.7 cm)

Classification

Prints

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1953

Accession Number

53.601.12(58)

Tags

MenDoctorsChrist

Art Historical Context

"Christ Among the Doctors" is a delicate engraving attributed to Justus Sadeler an anonymous artist from the late 16 to early 17th (1590–ca. 1620). This intimate print, measuring just 3 3/8 × 2 1/4 inches, captures a pivotal biblical moment from Luke 2:41-52: the young Jesus, at age 12, debating learned scholars—or "doctors"—in the in Jerusalem. Surrounded by bearded men in robes, the Christ child stands confidently at center, his gesture emphasizing wisdom beyond his years, a theme that captivated Renaissance audiences. Crafted as an engraving, this work exemplifies the precision of intaglio...

Christ Among the Doctors

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