Mozes, Aäron en Mirjam bij de ontmoetingstent 1683 - 1733

Bernard Picart created this print, "Moses, Aaron, and Miriam at the Tent of Meeting," around the turn of the 18th century using etching. The scene is framed by ornate, decorative elements typical of the Baroque period. Picart, born in France, later moved to the Netherlands, a hub for religious tolerance, and became known for his illustrations of religious texts, including a famous edition of the Bible. This work depicts a moment of divine encounter. Moses, Aaron, and Miriam, key figures in the Old Testament, are shown at the entrance of a tent filled with light, symbolizing God's presence. Miriam, the sister of Moses and Aaron, is a prophetess in her own right, and her inclusion here acknowledges the important, yet often overlooked, roles women played in religious history. Consider how Picart balances the representation of power dynamics within this sacred narrative, inviting a dialogue between religious authority, gender, and divine encounter. The print serves as a reminder of the complex interplay between faith, identity, and historical context.