Wederdopers trekken tijdens een bijeenkomst hun kleren uit, 1535 1723 - 1818

"Wederdopers trekken tijdens een bijeenkomst hun kleren uit" (Anabaptists take off their clothes during a meeting), an engraving by Dutch artist Jan Lucas van der Beek, depicts a scene of religious extremism. The print, likely from the late 18th century, shows a group of individuals in a darkened room, some partially or fully undressed, in a ritualistic gathering. It is a powerful and controversial image, portraying a historical event and highlighting the tensions surrounding religious practices and social norms. The composition captures the drama of the scene and the artist's skill in depicting the human figure. It is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, offering a glimpse into the history and visual culture of 18th-century Netherlands.