Jehu ødelægger ba'alshuset 1568

"Jehu ødelægger ba'alshuset" is a 1568 etching by Dutch artist Maarten van Heemskerck (1498–1574), currently housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen. The artwork depicts the biblical story of Jehu, the Israelite king, destroying the temple of Baal and its worshippers. The scene is dramatically rendered, with a swirling mass of flames engulfing the temple, while Jehu, on a chariot, surveys the scene with a stoic expression. Van Heemskerck’s meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate depiction of the architecture and figures, capturing the intensity and chaos of the event. This drawing is an important example of Van Heemskerck's skilled mastery of the etching technique, showcasing his keen interest in religious history and his ability to capture the human drama in biblical narratives.