Job op de mesthoop 1691 - 1733

This etching, "Job op de mesthoop" (Job on the Dunghill), created by Louis Surugue between 1691 and 1733, depicts a scene from the Book of Job. The artwork shows Job, stripped of his wealth and covered in sores, being comforted by his wife and friends. This powerful image portrays Job's suffering, emphasizing his faith in God and resilience against adversity. The scene's setting, a desolate landscape with ruins in the background, further underscores the theme of Job's tribulation. The etching is a testament to the artist's ability to capture the emotion and drama of the biblical story, making it a significant piece of religious art.