Bybelsche zinnebeelden uit het Oude Testament 1806 - 1830

"Bybelsche zinnebeelden uit het Oude Testament" (Biblical Emblems from the Old Testament) is a series of nine woodcuts created between 1806 and 1830 by Dutch artist Johan Noman. Each scene depicts a biblical narrative, ranging from the story of Noah's Ark to the slaying of Goliath. These small-scale woodcuts, showcasing Noman's skill in detail and composition, are part of the Rijksmuseum's collection. The images feature simple, bold lines and dark shading. The Dutch text below each image provides biblical citations and descriptions of the scene depicted, making this series ideal for religious instruction and study.