Petrus wordt door een engel uit de gevangenis bevrijd 1643 - 1646

This anonymous etching, "Petrus wordt door een engel uit de gevangenis bevrijd," depicts the biblical story of the apostle Peter's escape from prison. Dated 1643-1646, the artwork showcases a dramatic scene with Peter and an angel exiting the prison as guards sleep. The detail of the guards' slumber emphasizes the miraculous nature of Peter's release. The etching is a fine example of the 17th-century Dutch tradition of illustrating biblical stories. The work is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, a renowned repository of Dutch art and history.