Elia door de raven gevoed 1599

This 1599 etching by Pieter Bast depicts the biblical prophet Elijah being fed by ravens in the wilderness. The scene is set in a picturesque landscape with a winding river, rolling hills, and a flock of birds flying overhead. Elijah, depicted as a bearded man, is reclining at the foot of a tree, with a bowl and a loaf of bread beside him. This intricate engraving, housed at the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artistic talents of the Dutch artist Pieter Bast, who was active in the late 16th century.