The Stoning of Stephen

Print

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Calvin University Center Art Gallery

The image depicts a powerful scene showing a figure lying on the ground, their arm raised defensively. The perspective suggests vulnerability and turmoil, with stones visible, evoking the biblical account of Stephen's stoning. The artwork's intricate texture adds emotional depth, capturing the moment's tension and gravity.

The image depicts a powerful scene showing a figure lying on the ground, their arm raised defensively. The perspective suggests vulnerability and turmoil, with stones visible, evoking the biblical account of Stephen's stoning. The artwork's intricate texture adds emotional depth, capturing the moment's tension and gravity.

Name/Title

The Stoning of Stephen

Entry/Object ID

2006.7.1.10

Description

Part of the CIVA Florence Portfolio. Steven lies fallen on the ground. A thrown stone approaches his body.

Type of Print

Intaglio

Category

Vault, Biblical People
People

Made/Created

Artist

Edward Knippers

Date made

1993

Dimensions

Dimension Description

image size

Height

23-3/4 in

Width

17-3/4 in

Dimension Description

mat size

Height

32 in

Width

24 in

Exhibitions

Florence Portfolio - Center Art Gallery, Calvin College: October 21, 2010 - February 5, 2011
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ Woodlawn CRC Ministry Center: April 19-June 24, 2013
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ Dordt College, Campus Center Art Gallery: January - February 2014
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ ICCF: Grand Rapids, MI: March 6 - June 14, 2015
Loan - Florence Portfolio @ LaGrave CRC: Florence Portfolio – Grand Rapids, MI: May 11 – September 2025