Betaling aan een rabbijn 1766

"Betaling aan een rabbijn" (Payment to a Rabbi), an 1766 mezzotint by William Pether, depicts a scene of a Rabbi receiving payment from a man, while a scribe records the transaction. The artist, known for his mezzotints, skillfully captures the light and shadow in the composition, creating a sense of depth and realism. The scene is set in a dimly lit interior, with the focus on the figures, highlighting the exchange of money and the act of recording the payment. This artwork, measuring 504 mm in height and 404 mm in width, is a testament to Pether's talent for translating Rembrandt’s style into the language of mezzotint.