Moses with the Tablets of the Law 1602 - 1653

This anonymous etching, titled "Moses with the Tablets of the Law" and created between 1602 and 1653, depicts Moses holding the Ten Commandments. Two cherubs flank Moses, adding a heavenly feel to the composition. This piece, now housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst, is a compelling example of the visual language used to depict religious stories in the 17th century. The engraving style and text in Dutch reinforce the historical context and religious themes present in the artwork.