Aanbidding van het gouden kalf 1695 - 1742

This 18th-century etching by François Roëttiers depicts a biblical scene: the "Adoration of the Golden Calf" from Exodus 32. The artwork illustrates the Israelites, having lost faith in Moses, worshipping a golden calf, a clear violation of the Ten Commandments. Roëttiers’ masterful draftsmanship beautifully conveys the gravity of this moment. The composition, which focuses on the calf and the kneeling figures, highlights the act of idolatry and the individuals' devotion to the golden calf. The artwork serves as a visual commentary on the perils of blind faith and the importance of adhering to God's law.