Abraham and Isaac 1655 - 1906

Rembrandt van Rijn's etching "Abraham and Isaac" depicts a scene from the Old Testament where Abraham is commanded by God to sacrifice his son Isaac as a test of his faith. Rembrandt masterfully uses light and shadow to highlight the dramatic tension of the scene, emphasizing the emotional conflict in Abraham's face. The detail of the knotted rope and the firewood carried by Isaac adds to the poignant narrative. This etching is a powerful example of Rembrandt's skill in capturing human emotion and biblical themes.