Joseph est vendu par ses frères / Jozef wordt door zijne broeders verkocht 1833 - 1856

Glenisson & Van Genechten created this print, titled *Joseph est vendu par ses frères*, illustrating the biblical narrative of Joseph being sold into slavery by his brothers. Here, the tension between family ties and economic realities takes center stage. The brothers, driven by jealousy and resentment, negotiate Joseph's sale to merchants. Look at the body language which conveys a sense of betrayal and vulnerability, as Joseph is seen being handed over while his brothers look on, negotiating the terms of his enslavement. This artwork can be interpreted through the lens of power dynamics within families, reflecting on how economic conditions and social hierarchies can lead to exploitation. What does it mean to portray such violence as a family matter? The emotional weight of this betrayal raises questions about the complexities of human relationships. It also asks us to consider who benefits and who suffers from the structures of inequality.