Seth en Sem naast twee obelisken en een altaar met geofferde bokken 1655 - 1659

This engraving by Claude Mellan, titled "Seth en Sem naast twee obelisken en een altaar met geofferde bokken," dates back to 1655-1659. It depicts a scene from the Book of Genesis, where Seth and Sem stand before an altar with sacrificed goats. The intricate details of the figures and the surrounding imagery showcase Mellan's mastery of the etching technique. This artwork exemplifies the Baroque period's fascination with religious narratives and the use of allegorical symbols. It is a compelling example of Mellan's ability to capture both drama and emotion through his precise and detailed lines. The engraving is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Netherlands.