Verloren zoon bij de zwijnen 1597 - 1633

"Verloren zoon bij de zwijnen" (The Prodigal Son with the Swine) is an etching by Jean Leclerc, a French artist, created between 1597 and 1633. This etching is part of a series of illustrations depicting the Parable of the Prodigal Son. The composition features the prodigal son kneeling in despair while surrounded by pigs. The scene, executed in a precise and detailed style, emphasizes the emotional turmoil of the prodigal son. This etching, now in the Rijksmuseum, measures 128 mm in height and 158 mm in width, offering a captivating glimpse into the artist's skill and the themes of repentance and forgiveness.