Christus en de Samaritaanse vrouw 1660

"Christus en de Samaritaanse vrouw" (Christ and the Samaritan Woman) is a 1660 etching by Dutch artist Nikolaas van Hoy (1631-1679). This print depicts the biblical scene where Jesus encounters a woman at a well in Samaria, a story that emphasizes themes of salvation and forgiveness. Van Hoy's detailed etching skillfully captures the moment, with the figures intricately drawn and the surrounding landscape rendered with expressive strokes. The scene unfolds under a dramatic sky with a distant city in the background. The artist's signature and the date appear in the lower margin of the print. This etching is a testament to van Hoy's ability to master the art of printmaking and to depict a powerful religious narrative.