Enoch and his family surrounding a meal table and holding their hands in a gesture of prayer; behind them is the open end of house; to the right a woman hands out bread to a child, young man, and old man 1580 - 1623

Johann Theodor de Bry’s “Enoch and his family surrounding a meal table and holding their hands in a gesture of prayer; behind them is the open end of house; to the right a woman hands out bread to a child, young man, and old man,” is an engraving from 1580 to 1623. This artwork depicts a biblical scene from the book of Genesis, where Enoch, a righteous man, is shown with his family. They pray and share a meal as a woman distributes bread to the poor. This scene is set in a rural landscape, which highlights the humble lives of the characters. The engraving’s intricate details and its use of light and shadow contribute to the realistic depiction of the story, offering a glimpse into the faith and daily life of the past.