Het vertrek van Hagar 1646

"Het vertrek van Hagar" is an etching by Moyses van Wtenbrouck, created in 1646. It depicts the biblical story of Hagar being banished from Abraham's household with her son Ishmael. The scene is set in a rolling landscape with a small building in the background. The figures of Hagar and Ishmael are prominently featured in the foreground, walking away from the viewer with a small child and several animals. The detailed etching captures the drama and emotion of this poignant biblical story. The artwork is a fine example of 17th-century Dutch etching, a genre that often focused on biblical themes. The meticulous detail and sense of realism create a powerful and moving scene.