Baptism in Jordan

Hans Wechtlin I

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a baptism scene. The image shows a figure kneeling in water while another figure pours water over their head. There are angelic beings with large wings surrounding the scene, and a divine presence appears in the clouds above. The background includes elements like trees and flowing water. The drawing is detailed with delicate line work, capturing human expressions and textures of nature. The composition is balanced with a heavenly radiance from the divine figure in the clouds, highlighted by the symmetry and peaceful arrangement of the celestial beings.