Gelijkenis van de rijke man en de arme Lazarus 1629 - 1740

"Gelijkenis van de rijke man en de arme Lazarus" is a 17th-century etching by Christoffel van (II) Sichem, depicting a scene from the biblical parable of the rich man and Lazarus. This print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the stark contrast between the lavish lifestyle of the rich man and the poverty of Lazarus, who is depicted begging for scraps of food at the rich man’s door. This artwork exemplifies the use of religious imagery in Dutch art and serves as a moral reminder of the importance of charity and humility.