Jozef en de vrouw van Potifar 1582

This etching by Pieter Perret depicts the biblical story of Joseph and Potiphar's wife. Dated 1582, the artwork shows Potiphar's wife attempting to seduce Joseph while he rejects her advances. The scene is set in a richly furnished chamber, with Joseph's forceful rejection of Potiphar's wife captured with dramatic intensity, as he pushes her away and flees. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of drama and tension, drawing the viewer into the intimate moment. Perret's mastery of detail is evident in the rendering of the figures' anatomy, their garments, and the opulent furnishings of the room. This etching, a prime example of 16th-century Northern European printmaking, offers a powerful and evocative interpretation of a timeless biblical narrative.