Monnik met dolk in zijn hand 1724

"Monnik met dolk in zijn hand" (Monk with a dagger in his hand) is a 1724 etching by Dutch artist Jacob Gole, known for his satirical prints. The image portrays a monk, clad in a hooded robe, holding a dagger in one hand and a severed head in the other. The depiction is likely a commentary on the corruption within the church, highlighting the hypocrisy of religious figures. The gruesome scene and the monk's unsettling expression create a powerful sense of shock and intrigue, typical of Gole's dark humor and social critique.