Christus voorspelt de vernietiging van Jeruzalem 1598 - 1618

This etching, "Christus voorspelt de vernietiging van Jeruzalem" (Christ Predicts the Destruction of Jerusalem), was created by Jacques de Bie between 1598 and 1618. The image portrays a scene from the Bible, where Jesus Christ points towards the city of Jerusalem and foretells its destruction. De Bie's depiction emphasizes the dramatic moment, with Christ as the central figure and his disciples grouped around him in various states of awe and disbelief. The artwork captures the visual storytelling of Northern Renaissance printmaking, highlighting the artist's talent for detailed rendering and dynamic composition.