Judit en haar dienares verlaten Bethulië c. 1547 - 1559

Dirck Volckertsz Coornhert's etching "Judit en haar dienares verlaten Bethulië" depicts a dramatic moment from the biblical story of Judith. Created between 1547 and 1559, the artwork shows Judith and her maid leaving the city of Bethulia, with a crowd of onlookers watching their departure. Judith's determined stride and clasped hands highlight her unwavering faith and resolve. The etching's detailed lines and intricate composition showcase Coornhert's mastery of the medium, emphasizing the narrative's emotional intensity. The work is currently held in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the artist's contribution to Dutch art during the 16th century.