Israelieten trekken over de Jordaan 1645 - 1646

"Israelieten trekken over de Jordaan" (The Israelites Crossing the Jordan) is a 17th-century woodcut by Christoffel van (II) Sichem. This small-scale print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene from the Book of Joshua, where the Israelites, led by Joshua, cross the Jordan River on dry ground. The artwork features a detailed rendering of the Israelites, camels, and the landscape, with the focus on the dramatic moment of the crossing. Van Sichem's work showcases the expressive detail of the woodcut medium, highlighting the event's historical and religious significance.