Johannes de Doper predikt tot de menigte 1582 - 1613

"Johannes de Doper predikt tot de menigte" is a 16th-century engraving by Pieter van der (I) Borcht, a Flemish artist known for his detailed landscape scenes. The artwork depicts a scene from the Bible, where John the Baptist preaches to a crowd, surrounded by a picturesque landscape. This engraving is characteristic of Borcht's style, combining fine detail with a strong sense of realism, depicting the scene of a biblical event with a focus on the natural world. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist’s skill in conveying depth and perspective in a small format. This scene, captured in a small format, exemplifies the historical and religious context of the artist's time.