Paulus voor het Sanhedrin before 1646

"Paulus voor het Sanhedrin" (Paul Before the Sanhedrin), a 17th-century engraving by Christoffel van (II) Sichem, depicts a scene from the New Testament, where the apostle Paul is brought before the Jewish high court. The intricate detail of the engraving showcases the packed court, with figures seated in tiers and soldiers escorting Paul towards the council. The work, currently held in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates the artist's skill in capturing the drama and complexity of a biblical narrative, offering a visual interpretation of the event for viewers.