God beveelt Jona om naar Nineve te gaan 1566 - 1579

This engraving by Philips Galle, titled "God beveelt Jona om naar Nineve te gaan" depicts the biblical story of Jonah being commanded by God to go to Nineveh. The scene shows Jonah standing on a ship's deck, as God appears above in the clouds. The tumultuous sea symbolizes the challenges Jonah faces in fulfilling God's command. Created between 1566 and 1579, this piece is a testament to the artistic skill of Galle and his ability to capture the drama of a biblical narrative. It can be found in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. This print is an example of the popular genre of religious art in the 16th century.