Profeet Amos onderwijst 1645 - 1646

"Profeet Amos onderwijst" (Prophet Amos Teaches) is a 17th-century woodcut by Christoffel van (II) Sichem, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The print depicts the biblical prophet Amos delivering a sermon to a group of attentive listeners. The scene is set in an outdoor courtyard with a checkered floor, emphasizing the public nature of Amos's teachings. Van Sichem's detailed engraving captures the solemnity of the moment, highlighting the importance of biblical messages in 17th-century Dutch society. This artwork showcases the skilled craftsmanship and religious themes prevalent in Dutch art during this period.