Jona zit onder de wonderboom 1645 - 1657

"Jona zit onder de wonderboom" (Jonah sits under the wonder tree) is a 17th-century woodcut by Dutch artist Christoffel van (II) Sichem. This small but detailed print, now located in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the biblical story of Jonah, who is shown sitting under a tree, contemplating his predicament. The image is a powerful reminder of Jonah's disobedience and God's mercy, with a city in the distance symbolizing the world Jonah is meant to preach to. Sichem's use of cross-hatching and fine lines creates a sense of depth and texture, bringing the scene to life.