Eleazar en Jozua verdelen het Beloofde Land tussen de twaalf stammen 1615

This etching, "Eleazar en Jozua verdelen het Beloofde Land tussen de twaalf stammen," was created in 1615 by the Italian artist Orazio Borgianni. The scene depicts Eleazar, the high priest, and Joshua, the leader of the Israelites, dividing the Promised Land among the 12 tribes. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the moment in a detailed and dramatic fashion, illustrating the biblical story with clarity and intensity. The composition utilizes an archway to frame the action, emphasizing the importance of this divine event. This etching, a testament to Borgianni's mastery of this technique, demonstrates the artist’s interest in religious subjects and his ability to translate intricate narratives into compelling visual form.