Offer van Kaïn en Abel / Kaïn slaat Abel dood 1716 - 1791

This etching, created by Pieter Tanjé between 1716 and 1791, depicts the biblical story of Cain murdering his brother Abel. The two figures are shown in a landscape setting, with Cain attacking Abel with a club. The scene is filled with dramatic tension, as evidenced by the twisted bodies of the figures and the dark shadows. This work is a classic example of the Baroque style, which was characterized by its emotional intensity and dramatic use of light and shadow. It is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and exemplifies Tanjé's skill in depicting biblical scenes.