Joseph's cup found in Benjamin's sack from the biblical story of Joseph (Genesis 44); a scene with soldiers, mules and various figures 1515 - 1525

This dramatic engraving by Giovanni Antonio da Brescia, titled “Joseph’s cup found in Benjamin’s sack,” depicts a scene from the biblical story of Joseph, from the book of Genesis. Created between 1515 and 1525, the print features an intricate scene, brimming with detail, capturing the moment when soldiers discover Joseph’s silver cup hidden in the sack of Benjamin, Joseph’s younger brother. This is a powerful moment of betrayal and deception, bringing to the forefront the drama and emotional intensity of the narrative.