Jael slaying Sisera 1705 - 1762

Johann Georg Bergmüller's etching, "Jael slaying Sisera", depicts a scene from the Book of Judges in the Hebrew Bible. Jael, a woman from the tribe of Kenites, is shown driving a tent peg into the head of Sisera, the Canaanite general, as he sleeps. The composition is dramatic and highlights the moment of Sisera’s death, with Jael’s determined expression and Sisera’s helpless position. The artwork, which was created between 1705 and 1762, is a testament to Bergmüller’s mastery of etching and his ability to translate biblical narratives into powerful visual art.