Jakob werkt zeven jaar bij Laban 1645 - 1740

This woodcut print by Christoffel van (II) Sichem, created between 1645 and 1740, depicts a scene from the biblical story of Jacob and Laban. The print, titled "Jakob werkt zeven jaar bij Laban," shows Jacob, a shepherd, negotiating with his uncle Laban, for the hand of Laban's daughter Rachel in marriage. This image was part of a larger book of illustrations from the Bible and is housed in the Rijksmuseum. The scene is framed by a hilly landscape, showcasing the artistic style of the 17th century Dutch Golden Age.