Lot en zijn familie verlaten Sodom 1571 - 1579

This engraving by Philips Galle, titled *Lot en zijn familie verlaten Sodom* (Lot and his family leave Sodom), depicts a scene from the Bible where Lot and his family are led out of the city of Sodom by angels, just before it is destroyed by fire and brimstone for its wickedness. Created between 1571 and 1579, the work is a fine example of the Northern Renaissance style, with its detailed figures and landscapes. The intricate lines and dramatic poses of the figures, with the angels' wings outstretched, heighten the sense of urgency and fear of the moment. This piece, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Galle’s mastery of the engraver's craft, capturing both the theological and emotional weight of the story.