Elisa vervloekt de kinderen 1589 - 1626

"Elisa vervloekt de kinderen" is a 17th-century etching by Bartholomeus Willemsz. Dolendo depicting the biblical story of Elisha cursing children who mocked him. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases Dolendo's skill in depicting detailed landscapes and dynamic figures. It is a powerful reminder of the biblical tale and its moral implications, highlighting the consequences of disrespect and mockery. The scene, set in an oval composition, features a detailed landscape with a town in the background and Elisha at the foreground, gesturing angrily toward the children who are being attacked by bears.