Woede Possibly 1670 - 1724

Jacob Gole created this print called Woede, or Anger, in the late 17th or early 18th century. It reflects a period marked by intense religious and political conflict. This image captures the face of religious extremism. A figure with wild eyes and a menacing grip on a sword embodies wrath. The text hints at the persecution of Huguenots, French Protestants, revealing the religious intolerance of the era. The phrase "Le Pere General" is visible on a book, and may be a reference to the Catholic Church. The knives positioned ominously add to this portrait of religious zealotry. This portrait allows us to reflect on the consequences of intolerance. It forces us to confront the darker aspects of human nature and history, as well as consider how these forces continue to shape our world today.