Joshua, David and Judas Maccabeus 1565 - 1568

This engraving by Harmen Jansz. Muller from 1565-1568 depicts three important figures in Jewish history: Joshua, David, and Judas Maccabeus. Each figure is mounted on horseback, and the scene is set against a mountainous landscape. The artist utilizes detailed lines to convey the figures' armor, horses, and the texture of the landscape. This work exemplifies the Northern Renaissance's interest in historical narratives and detailed representation of the natural world. It's a great example of the style of "engraving," a technique which uses a sharp tool to create an incised design on a surface.