De werken van barmhartigheid 1615 - 1651

"De werken van barmhartigheid" (The Works of Mercy), an etching created between 1615 and 1651 by Hans Janssen, depicts a bustling scene illustrating the seven works of mercy, derived from the Gospel of Matthew. The print shows a variety of figures engaged in acts of charity, including feeding the hungry, burying the dead, and clothing the naked. This intricate composition, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Janssen's skilled use of detail and perspective, creating a compelling visual narrative that continues to resonate with viewers today.