Rhode, de dienstmaagd van Maria, herkent Petrus die 's nachts aan de deur klopt 1697

This 1697 engraving, "Rhode, de dienstmaagd van Maria, herkent Petrus die 's nachts aan de deur klopt," depicts a scene from the Bible. The anonymous artist captures the moment when Saint Peter, disguised, arrives at the house of Mary, the mother of John Mark, and is recognized by Rhode, a servant. The engraving, which is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, presents a powerful contrast of light and shadow, highlighting the drama of the encounter. This small, detailed artwork is a testament to the enduring popularity of biblical themes in art history.