Gelijkenis van de farizeeër en de tollenaar in de tempel 1629

This 1629 engraving by Christoffel van (II) Sichem depicts the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. The image is a detailed illustration of the scene in the Temple, with a focus on the figures of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. It is part of a larger series of engravings, illustrating stories from the Bible. The detailed representation of the Temple, with its surrounding buildings, showcases the artist's keen eye for detail and his skill in rendering architectural scenes. This artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Sichem's mastery of the engraving technique, capturing the essence of the biblical narrative in a compelling and engaging way.