Engel vraagt Hagar terug te keren 1666 - 1711

This etching, titled "Engel vraagt Hagar terug te keren," by Louis de Deyster, depicts the biblical story of the angel asking Hagar to return to her mistress, Sarah. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of trees, with Hagar sitting on a rock, while the angel stands before her, gesturing with his right hand. Created between 1666 and 1711, the engraving highlights the detail of the figures' expressions and attire, capturing the emotional weight of the biblical narrative. This small-scale etching, measuring 168 mm in height and 128 mm in width, demonstrates de Deyster's skill in etching and his ability to convey religious themes through visual storytelling.