Susanna en de ouderlingen c. 1634 - 1669

Nicolaes van Helt Stockade’s etching, “Susanna en de ouderlingen,” depicts the biblical story of Susanna being spied on by two elders while bathing. The etching, likely created between 1634 and 1669, showcases Stockade’s skill in rendering the scene's drama with stark contrasts of light and shadow. Susanna's exposed form in the foreground creates a sense of vulnerability, while the elders' lurking figures in the background emphasize their predatory intentions. The artwork’s composition and subject matter exemplify the Baroque era’s fascination with drama and emotional intensity.