De verloren zoon als varkenshoeder 1622 - 1653

"De verloren zoon als varkenshoeder" (The Prodigal Son as a Swineherd) is an etching by Gillis (I) Peeters, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes and genre scenes. The work, dating from 1622-1653, depicts a scene from the parable of the Prodigal Son, focusing on the son's impoverished state as he tends pigs. Peeters, known for his meticulous detail, captures the rustic setting with precise lines and hatching, highlighting the contrast between the son's former wealth and his present poverty. The image is a powerful reminder of the consequences of sin and the importance of repentance.