Jozef wordt door zijn broers uit put getrokken 1645 - 1740

"Jozef wordt door zijn broers uit put getrokken" (Joseph is pulled from the well by his brothers) is a 17th century engraving by Christoffel van (II) Sichem depicting a scene from the biblical story of Joseph. This artwork, which is housed in the Rijksmuseum, is part of a series illustrating the life of Joseph. The image is detailed and dramatic, depicting Joseph's brothers conspiring to kill him by throwing him into a well. The engraving's small size emphasizes the intimacy of the scene, while the use of fine lines and shading creates a sense of depth and realism.