Edouard en het goud 1811

"Edouard en het goud" (1811) is an etching by Joseph de La Serrie, a French artist known for his neoclassical style. The etching depicts a scene from the biblical story of King David and the prophet Nathan. David, kneeling before a woman, is confronted by Nathan about his sin. The scene emphasizes the dramatic confrontation between David and Nathan, highlighting the power of their words and gestures. This etching is an excellent example of La Serrie's mastery of line and detail in etching, creating a powerful and evocative scene.