Begin van de zondvloed 1586 - 1636

"Begin van de zondvloed" (The Beginning of the Flood) is an etching by Johann Sadeler I, a Flemish printmaker and engraver known for his numerous religious and mythological scenes. This particular print, created between 1586 and 1636, depicts the biblical story of Noah's ark and the beginning of the Great Flood. Sadeler captures the dramatic chaos of the scene, with swirling clouds and rushing water, as people and animals struggle to survive the rising waters. The print uses chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasting light and dark areas, to create a sense of depth and tension. It is currently part of the Rijksmuseum's collection in Amsterdam.