The marriage of Mary and Joseph. Engraving by S.A. Bolswert after P.P. Rubens.

  • Rubens, Peter Paul, 1577-1640.
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21523i
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Mary, having reached adolescence, must be given to a husband, or else she will 'pollute' the Temple. A lottery is held. Joseph's 'rod' undergoes a miraculous flowering and he is alotted the Virgin against his will. The Holy Spirit is to be seen hovering over the rod

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1 print : line engraving with etching ; image 41.7 x 31.7 cm

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Wellcome Collection 21523i

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