Profeet Jona 1606 - 1609

"Profeet Jona" (1606-1609) is an etching by the Italian artist Raffaello Schiaminossi (1572-1622). The etching depicts the biblical prophet Jonah standing on a rocky outcrop with a large fish in the background. The artwork, which is currently located in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene from the book of Jonah in which Jonah is swallowed by a large fish after refusing to go to Nineveh to preach to the people. The etching is a fine example of Schiaminossi's work, which is known for its detailed and expressive style. This etching serves as a visual representation of the biblical narrative that many are familiar with, which may also be of interest to art lovers interested in biblical art and religious themes.