Jakob worstelt met de engel 1549

"Jakob worstelt met de engel" (Jacob Wrestling with the Angel) is an etching by Dutch artist Dirck Volckertsz Coornhert, dated 1549. The artwork depicts the biblical story of Jacob wrestling with an angel, a pivotal moment in Jacob's life. This print is a masterful example of Coornhert's skill, showcasing his intricate detail and dynamic composition. The scene is filled with tension, with Jacob and the angel locked in a fierce struggle, while other figures observe from the background. This print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the artist's enduring influence on Dutch art.