De prediking van Johannes de Doper aan de oevers van de Jordaan 1619 - 1672

Nicolaes de Bruyn's "De prediking van Johannes de Doper aan de oevers van de Jordaan" (The Preaching of John the Baptist on the Banks of the Jordan), a Dutch painting dated 1619 - 1672, depicts a pivotal biblical scene. The painting showcases John the Baptist, clad in animal skin, preaching to a crowd gathered on the banks of the Jordan River. The scene is set amidst a lush, forested landscape, with a winding path leading the eye deeper into the composition. The vibrant colors and detailed figures give the work a sense of dynamism and realism, reflecting the characteristic style of Dutch Golden Age painting. This painting is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.