Susanna en de ouderlingen 1700 - 1800

"Susanna en de ouderlingen" is a 17th-18th century etching by Dutch artist G.H. Vierpijl, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a scene from the biblical story of Susanna, a young woman falsely accused of adultery by two elders. Susanna is portrayed as a distressed figure, shielding herself with her garment, while the elders stand behind her, their intentions clear. The intricate detail of the engraving, particularly in the depiction of the characters’ expressions, amplifies the drama of the scene and adds a sense of depth and emotion to this timeless story.