Ester knielt voor Ahasveros 1529 - 1533

"Esther knielt voor Ahasveros" is a 16th-century engraving by the German artist Georg Pencz, depicting a scene from the biblical Book of Esther. The artwork shows Esther kneeling before King Ahasuerus, pleading for the safety of her people. The composition emphasizes the dramatic moment of the plea, with Esther's body language conveying both vulnerability and determination. Pencz's use of meticulous detail and precise lines reflects the high standards of craftsmanship prevalent in German Renaissance art. The artwork is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.