De voetwassing 1935 - 1943

"De voetwassing" (The Washing of the Feet) is a painting by Dutch artist Han van Meegeren, created between 1935 and 1943. This oil on canvas painting depicts the biblical scene of Jesus washing the feet of his disciples. The composition features a group of figures, with Jesus centrally placed and the disciples surrounding him. The painting is known for its realistic and detailed style, which was often mistaken for the work of a 17th-century Dutch master. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The artwork is painted in the style of the Dutch Golden Age Masters and was originally thought to be a genuine Vermeer, however, it was later revealed to be a forgery.