De schepping 1772

This etching by Dutch artist Jan Caspar Philips depicts two scenes from the Book of Genesis. The top scene shows the creation of the Earth, with the planet floating in the clouds, radiating light. The bottom scene shows Adam, the first human, emerging from the Garden of Eden, where he is greeted by animals. Executed in 1772, "De Schepping" is a fine example of the engraving style that was popular in the 18th century. It can be viewed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.