De tweede plaag van Egypte 1755 - 1779

This 18th-century engraving by the Kaiserlich Franziskische Akademie depicts the second plague of Egypt: the turning of the Nile River into blood. The artwork, titled "De tweede plaag van Egypte," portrays the chaotic scene of panicked Egyptians fleeing the deadly water, while a figure on a high perch observes the carnage. The detailed depiction of the city and its inhabitants, including the fleeing people and boats, reflects the artist's keen attention to detail. The image is a vivid illustration of the biblical story and serves as a powerful reminder of the destructive power of the plagues.