Omlijsting met scènes uit het Oude en Nieuwe Testament 1642

"Omlijsting met scènes uit het Oude en Nieuwe Testament" (Frame with Scenes from the Old and New Testament), created by Salomon Savery in 1642, is a detailed engraving that depicts scenes from the Bible. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, utilizes a distinctive framing device, with a large archway dominating the center of the composition. The archway itself is surrounded by a series of smaller vignettes showcasing key moments from both the Old and New Testaments, demonstrating Savery's mastery of composition and narrative. The work's intricate details and dramatic scenes offer a visual testament to the power and influence of the Bible, and its use of engraving as a medium reflects the popularity of this form of art during the seventeenth century.