De verloren zoon heeft zijn geld verspild en wordt weggejaagd 1581 - 1656

"De verloren zoon heeft zijn geld verspild en wordt weggejaagd" (The Prodigal Son Has Wasted His Money and Is Being Driven Away) is an etching by Nicolaes de Bruyn. Dated between 1581 and 1656, the print depicts the story of the prodigal son from the New Testament. The scene shows the prodigal son being driven away by a group of people, highlighting his rejection due to his foolishness. The etching's intricate detail and use of light and shadow create a dynamic and emotionally charged composition, conveying the story's moral message of repentance and redemption. The print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.