Inzameling van het manna 1695 - 1742

This etching, “Inzameling van het manna,” created by François Roëttiers between 1695 and 1742, depicts the biblical story of the Israelites gathering manna in the desert. Roëttiers, a noted Dutch engraver, skillfully uses light and shadow to emphasize the divine presence of the manna raining down from the heavens. The scene, featuring a group of kneeling figures, is rendered in a realistic style typical of the Baroque period. This etching, now in the Rijksmuseum, is an excellent example of Roëttiers' work, showcasing his mastery of line and detail.