Titelblad voor een liedboek (D'offerhande van Silvia) 1622

This 1622 etching by Pieter Serwouters, titled "Titelblad voor een liedboek (D’offerhande van Silvia)," depicts a scene of sacrifice and divine intervention. The piece, housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a small yet detailed composition, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the drama of the moment. The scene portrays a group of figures gathered around an altar, a fire burning in the foreground, while a winged angel descends from the heavens, symbolizing the divine presence amidst the sacrifice. The print, small in scale, demonstrates the artist's talent for creating captivating narratives within a limited space.