Cimon and Pero 1626 - 1636

"Cimon and Pero" is an etching created by Willem Panneels in the 17th century, depicting the biblical story of Cimon, a condemned prisoner, who is nourished by his daughter Pero, who secretly brings him food. The artwork, located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies a powerful and moving scene, conveying the emotional depth of the story through the intricate details of the etching, including the expressions on the faces of the characters.