Vertrek van de engel Rafaël 1556 - 1579

This anonymous engraving, "Vertrek van de engel Rafaël," (1556 - 1579) depicts the departure of the angel Raphael from the Tobias family. The scene shows Raphael taking flight as Tobias and his father kneel in prayer, accompanied by his mother and a dog. This print, part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the rich tradition of biblical illustration in Northern Renaissance art. The detailed and intricate style of the engraving captures the emotional impact of the story, with expressive figures and a sense of depth created through the use of light and shadow.