Kindermoord te Betlehem 1585 - 1692

"Kindermoord te Betlehem" (Slaughter of the Innocents in Bethlehem) is a 17th-century etching that depicts the biblical story of King Herod's massacre of infants in Bethlehem. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a chaotic scene of violence, with soldiers attacking mothers and their children. The powerful imagery, rendered in intricate detail, evokes a sense of tragedy and despair. The etching, attributed to an anonymous artist, highlights the gruesome nature of the event, leaving a lasting impression on viewers.