Derde scheppingsdag: scheiding van land en water 1639 - 1643

"Derde scheppingsdag: scheiding van land en water" is an etching from the 17th century by an anonymous artist, depicting the third day of creation. The artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum, shows a landscape with mountains, trees, and a river flowing from the mountains into a lake, suggesting the separation of land and water. This print belongs to a series illustrating the six days of creation as described in Genesis. The artwork features a Hebrew inscription, "YHWH," which is the name of God in Hebrew, demonstrating the artist's deep understanding of biblical scripture and use of symbolism. The etching is a beautiful example of the artist's skillful use of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and realism in the landscape.