Salomo's troon by Christoffel van (II) Sichem

Salomo's troon 1645 - 1646

pencil drawn

light pencil work

pen sketch

pencil sketch

sketch book

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Salomo's troon" (1645-1646), a woodcut by Dutch artist Christoffel van (II) Sichem (1581-1658), depicts King Solomon seated on his throne surrounded by lions. The intricate detail of the patterned floor, the grandeur of the throne, and the kneeling figure paying homage to Solomon showcase Sichem's skillful use of the woodcut technique. The image, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, reflects the artistic and religious sensibilities of the Dutch Golden Age.