Mozes' beproeving bij de farao 1550 - 1625

"Mozes' beproeving bij de farao" is an engraving by Pieter Jalhea Furnius, a Dutch artist born in 1545 and who died in 1610. The print, located in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene from the biblical story of Moses, where he confronts Pharaoh with a young boy's faith. The engraved lines create a dramatic and detailed scene, with a focus on the figures' expressions and gestures, highlighting the tension and complexity of the moment. This engraving is an example of the 16th-century Dutch Renaissance artistic style, which emphasized realism and detail in biblical narratives. The work provides a visual representation of the faith of the people and the power of God.