Verdrijving van de wisselaars uit de tempel 1629

"Verdrijving van de wisselaars uit de tempel" is a 1629 etching by Dutch artist Christoffel van (II) Sichem. Depicting a scene from the New Testament, the artwork shows Jesus expelling merchants from the Temple in Jerusalem. The detailed etching, housed at the Rijksmuseum, utilizes strong lines to convey the drama and chaos of the event. The artist's attention to detail captures the fear and confusion of the merchants and the powerful presence of Jesus, highlighting the significance of the biblical narrative. This artwork is an example of 17th-century Dutch etching and showcases the artist's skill in translating religious themes into visual form.