Jozef verkondigt zijn dromen / Josef wordt door zijn broers in put gegooid 1615 - 1651

"Jozef verkondigt zijn dromen / Josef wordt door zijn broers in put gegooid" (Joseph Announces His Dreams/Joseph is Thrown into a Pit by His Brothers), is a 17th-century engraving by Dutch artist Hans Janssen. This detailed print depicts two scenes from the biblical story of Joseph, a narrative that explores themes of jealousy, betrayal, and divine intervention. The left panel shows Joseph revealing his dreams, while the right panel portrays his violent treatment at the hands of his envious brothers, signifying the pivotal events that shape his destiny. The composition, characterized by its oval format, uses dynamic lines and shadows to narrate these dramatic moments.