Ahasveros laat zich de kronieken voorlezen 1564

"Ahasveros laat zich de kronieken voorlezen" (Ahasuerus is read the chronicles), a 1564 engraving by Philips Galle, depicts a scene from the Book of Esther. King Ahasuerus, lying in bed, is being read to by a man standing near him. The scene features a rich interior with elaborate textiles, a detail that showcases the grandeur of the royal court. This piece is a prime example of Renaissance engraving, featuring meticulously rendered figures and a dramatic composition. It currently resides in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.