Jakob met zijn familie op weg naar Egypte 1645 - 1740

This 17th century wood engraving titled "Jakob met zijn familie op weg naar Egypte" by Christoffel van (II) Sichem, depicts the biblical story of Jacob and his family migrating to Egypt. This scene, from the Book of Genesis, captures the moment Jacob and his family journey towards a new beginning, leaving behind the hardships of their former life. The engraving features a detailed and expressive depiction of the family, their livestock, and their possessions, with a clear emphasis on the movement and journey. This artwork is an important example of the artistic tradition of illustrating biblical narratives during the Dutch Golden Age.