Moeder van de Makkabeeën 1588 - 1597

"Moeder van de Makkabeeën" is an engraving created by Jan (II) Collaert between 1588 and 1597. The print depicts a woman standing with her arms bound, her gaze fixed on the sky as a crowd looks on. The woman, identified as "Mater Machab." in the inscription below, is likely a biblical figure, Mother of the Maccabees, a central figure in Jewish history. The engraving is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. Collaert, born in 1566 and known for his engravings and prints, created a powerful image of faith and resilience. The intricate details of the scene, with its clear lines and delicate shading, are typical of Northern Renaissance engraving.