Apostel Paulus adviseert om de boot niet te verlaten 1697
anonymous
pencil drawn
comic strip sketch
aged paper
old engraving style
personal sketchbook
sketchwork
pen-ink sketch
pen work
sketchbook drawing
columned text
This 1697 etching by an anonymous artist depicts a scene from the Book of Acts, chapter 27, in which Saint Paul advises the crew of a ship to stay on board during a storm. The detailed engraving, titled "Apostel Paulus adviseert om de boot niet te verlaten", showcases the tumultuous sea and the ship's precarious position, with soldiers clinging to the vessel amidst crashing waves. The artwork offers a glimpse into 17th-century Dutch religious art, highlighting a pivotal moment in the life of Saint Paul and offering a visually compelling testament to his unwavering faith during adversity. This small print, measuring 121 mm by 80 mm, is housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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