Preek van een bisschop 1702

"Preek van een bisschop" (1702) is an etching by Dutch artist Bernard Picart (1673-1733), now part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The artwork depicts a scene of a bishop delivering a sermon, with a crowd of people kneeling and listening intently. Picart, known for his detailed and expressive style, captures the solemnity of the moment with intricate lines and shading. The artwork exemplifies 18th-century Dutch printmaking, showcasing the artist's skill in portraying human figures and their interaction with the surrounding architecture.