Profeet Jeremia 1609

Raffaello Schiaminossi's "Profeet Jeremia" (1609) is an etching depicting the prophet Jeremiah, a prominent figure in the Hebrew Bible. The engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, displays Jeremiah with a long beard and a flowing robe, holding a scroll. The landscape background suggests the outdoors, where Jeremiah is known to have delivered his prophecies. This artwork provides a visual representation of the biblical figure, contributing to the historical understanding of religious figures and events. Schiaminossi's etching, rendered with intricate detail, showcases the artist's talent for capturing the solemnity and conviction of Jeremiah's character.