Nebuzaradan neemt het goud en zilver mee en steekt de tempel van Jerusalem in brand 1679 - 1728

This print, made by Abraham de Blois around the turn of the 18th century, depicts the destruction of Jerusalem with dramatic intensity. Notice how the composition is structured into distinct layers. In the foreground, we see the fallen, their bodies rendered with stark realism. Above them, a chaotic scene unfolds with soldiers, fleeing citizens, and the plundered treasures of the temple. De Blois uses the graphic medium to full effect, creating contrasts between light and shadow that amplify the emotional impact. Observe the jagged lines of the burning temple. They not only convey the destructive force of the fire but also introduce a sense of instability and moral chaos. The act of destruction is not merely a historical event here, but a breakdown of order and a visual representation of cultural trauma. The artist challenges us to confront the unsettling intersection of power, violence, and human suffering.