Jefta's dochter / Simsons dood 1724 - 1769

This etching by Dutch artist Noach van der Meer, titled "Jefta's dochter / Simsons dood," illustrates a scene from the Book of Judges in the Bible. The image depicts two scenes: the top portion shows Jephthah, who had vowed to sacrifice whatever he encountered upon his return home, meeting his daughter, and the bottom portion depicts the tragic moment of Samson's death. The scene is depicted in a stark and dramatic manner with a dense composition filled with figures. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and drama, making it a compelling example of a 18th century etching.