The First Four Trombones, from The Apocalypse 1523 - 1524

"The First Four Trombones, from The Apocalypse" is a woodcut by Hans Burgkmair, depicting the fourth of the seven trumpets sounding in the Book of Revelation. Four angels are depicted in the heavens blowing their trumpets, signifying the coming of God's wrath upon the Earth. This is evident in the lower portion of the image, where a fiery sea engulfs the world. This woodcut is part of a larger series of woodcuts by Burgkmair illustrating the Book of Revelation, known as "The Apocalypse". The artist's attention to detail and intricate lines create a sense of drama and urgency in the depiction of this biblical event. The woodcut was created between 1523 and 1524 and is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.