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Biblical Scenes in Engravings

Detailed copper engravings depicting Biblical events, including Moses on Mount Sinai, funerals, and miraculous water flow from a rock, rendered in classic artistic styles.

Moses hits water from the rock, Johann Sadeler (I), after Chrispijn van den Broeck, 1585 print The Israelites absorb water in jugs and scales. In the background, Moses hits a rock with his staff, causing water to flow out. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Bible text in ex. 17. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Moses strikes the rock twice in front of the assembled people and water gushes out; the people quench their thirst

Copper engraving by Harmen Jansz. Muller, circa 1566, depicting Moses receiving the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai with accompanying figures.

Funeral of Sara and the servant of Abraham speaks with Rebekka; The Begraafenis of Sara / Les Funérailles De Sarade Knegt van Abraham speaks with Rebecca / le serveur d'Abraham s'adresse à rebecca.two Biblical Performances from Gen. 23 and 24. Numbered at the bottom right: 13.

Moses hits water from the rock, Johann Sadeler (I), after Chrispijn van den Broeck, 1585 print The Israelites absorb water in jugs and scales. In the background, Moses hits a rock with his staff, causing water to flow out. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Bible text in ex. 17. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Moses strikes the rock twice in front of the assembled people and water gushes out; the people quench their thirst

Copper engraving by Johann Sadeler d. Ä. from 1570-1600 depicting the flagellation of the apostles and an angel freeing St. Peter, showing figures, gestures, and architectural elements.

Copper engraving by Johann Sadeler the Elder, created in 1582, depicting the Passion of Christ with scenes of crucifixion, suffering, and religious figures in a 16th-century European context.

Etching by Monogrammist IVR depicting the Holy Family with Saint Elisabeth, created between 1530 and 1600, illustrating religious figures and Christian iconography.

Copper engraving by Adriaen Collaert showing scenes from the life of Christ, created between 1593 and 1598. The artwork illustrates key biblical events and figures.

Pentecost, Anonymous, After Maerten de Vos, 1654 print Pentecost: Exit of the Holy Spirit. Numbered in the bottom left: I. At the bottom of the margin a two -way caption in Latin. Part of a series of twelve performances of the actions of the apostles. Part of an album with mainly Christian performances. paper engraving the Holy Ghost descends upon the gentiles after Peter's prayer

Copper engraving and etching by Nicolas Henri Tardieu depicting the biblical announcement of the birth of Samuel by an angel, created between 1690 and 1749.

Two biblical performances from 2 could. 18 and 20. King Hizkía destroyed shrines and the sick king Hizkía is visited by the prophet Isaiah. Two representations of one plate, each with a title in Dutch and French. Numbered at the bottom right: 67.

This etching (1690-1697) by Claudine Bouzonnet-Stella shows Christ before Caiaphas, depicting a biblical trial with figures, symbolic gestures, and dramatic expressions.

Emmausgoers / Meal in Emmaus, Pieter Tanjé, 1791 print Two biblical performances. Upstairs: In a landscape, Christ walks and speaks with the Emmausgoers. Below: During the meal in Emmaus, the two students recognize Christ when he breaks the bread. Among the performances a reference to the Bible texts and the titles in Dutch and French. Amsterdam paper etching / engraving the journey to Emmaus: two disciples (Cleopas and Peter) under way. the supper at Emmaus: Christ is recognized while blessing or breaking the bread

King Hezekía destroys shrines and Isaiah visits the sick king Hezekía, Jacob Folkema, 1791 print Two biblical performances from 2 Kon. 18 and 20. King Hezekía destroyed shrines and the sick king Hezekía is visited by the prophet Isaiah. Two performances of one plate, each with a title in Dutch and French. Fully numbered at the bottom right: 67. publisher: Amsterdampublisher: Dordrecht paper etching Hezekiah destroys the local shrines. King Hezekiah falls ill and is visited by Isaiah, who tells him to get ready to die; Hezekiah turns his face to the wall, prays and then cries

Cross in H. Veronica; Passio et Resurrectio D.n. Iesu Christi. Edita et Excusa ab Ad. Collaert. Cross in H. Veronica. Part of the print series about the passion of Christ: Passio et Resurrectio D.n. Iesu Christi. Edita et Excusa ab Ad. Collaert. In PrentalBum with two series of 34 and 24 engravings respectively with scenes from the life and breast story of Christ.

Bible histories from the Old Testament. Leaf with 4 performances of stories from the Old Testament. Elisa curses the swearing boys, King Salmanassar carries out Hazea from Israel, Haman and Mordekai and Nehemiah and the Sabbatschenders. Under each image the corresponding bible text. Numbered upper left: No. 16.

Bible histories from the New Testament. Leaf with 4 performances of stories from the New Testament. The blind bartimeüs, the Emmausgoers, Judas Iskariot negotiates with the high priests and Pilatus washes his hands. Under each image the corresponding bible text. Numbered upper left: No. 23.

The story of Joseph, 1850 - 1881 print Leaf with 6 performances from the Old Testament story of Joseph. Above each performance a title and a four -line verse below each performance. Numbered at the top right: No. 41, numbered at the top right: (2.). publisher: Leidenprint maker: Netherlands paper letterpress printing Old Testament. Genesis: the story of Joseph

Etching and copper engraving by Nicolas Beauvais depicting the biblical account of Ananias, showing figures, gestures, and narrative context, created in 1721.

Copper engraving and etching by Pierre Picault from 1700-1711 depicting Christ in Jerusalem, showing figures, cityscape, and religious context.

Pierre Picault's copper engraving from 1700-1711 depicts Christ falling under the cross, showing figures, landscape, and detailed drapery in a religious composition.

The way the Caribbean priests fill the courage of warriors; Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); 1721 (1721-00-00-1721-00-00);

Holy Juan Diego receives the Franciscan Pij, Simon Guillain (II), After Annibale Carracci, 1646 print print maker: Romeafter painting by: Romeafter drawing by: Romepublisher: Romeprinter: RomeItaly paper etching saints. habit, frock Our Lady of the Sacred Heart

Copper engraving by Jan Harmensz. Muller depicting the Adoration of the Kings, created around 1598, showing figures, composition, and symbolic elements.

Copper engraving and etching by J. F. Poletnich from 1769 depicting the bean festival, showing a king drinking in a ceremonial and festive environment with participants.

Madeleine Horthemels engraved 'Representation of the Lord' between 1700 and 1767, depicting Jesus with symbolic attributes in copper engraving and etching format.

Middle panel of a triptych: Last judgment, Anonymous, c. 1800 - c. 1900 drawing paper. ink. pencil pen / brush representation of Last Judgement, with the archangel Michael weighing the souls (or dividing the blessed and the damned) (+ donor(s), supplicant(s), whether or not with patron saint(s))

Joseph collects choirs in Egypt and the sons of Jacob find their money; The Koorn-House of Egypten / Joseph Amasse Le Blé de l'Egypted Zoonen van Jacob each find their money in the bags again turned / les fils de Jacob Trouvent Leur Argent Dance Leurs Sacks.two Biblical Performances from Gen. 41 and 42. Numbered at the bottom right: 21.

Copper engraving by Grégoire Huret from 1664 depicting the biblical scene of Peter denying Jesus, showing Peter, Jesus, gestures, and expressions in a detailed composition.

Copper engraving by Simon Gribelin depicting the Adoration of the Shepherds, created in 1712. The artwork illustrates the nativity scene, figures, gestures, and sacred narrative.

Copper engraving by Marten de Vos, 1580-1590, depicting repentant sinners from the Old and New Testament, showing figures, gestures, and biblical narrative.

Funeral, 12th century, David van der Kellen (1827-1895), 1857 - 1864 print Funeral, 12th century. Funeral procession in which the decorated coffin is worn by eight men on the shoulders. Haarlem paper funerary ceremonial Netherlands

Bels Priesters in the Temple, Joseph Mulder, After Aertgen Claesz van Leyden, 1720 - 1728 print The priests of bell eat it to the god bell softened food. They come and go through a secret corridor under the table. While they secretly take the food, their footsteps remain in the axis scattered by Daniël on the ground. At the bottom of the margin a reference to the Bible text and the title in Greek, English, Latin, German, French and Dutch. Amsterdam paper etching / engraving the priests of Bel, with their wives and children, enter the temple through a hidden corridor and feast on the food during the night

Etching by Franz Ertinger from 1683 showing the biblical episode of the brass serpent, with Moses raising the serpent to heal the Israelites, rendered with detailed figures and symbolic elements.

Copper engraving and etching by Bernard Picart from 1723 showing a procession and religious festival, depicting figures, attire, ceremonial objects, gestures, and cultural practices.

Etching by Jan Luyken depicting the biblical story of Joseph being sold by his brothers. Created between 1721 and 1778, illustrating familial betrayal and commerce.

Etching by Madeleine Horthemels depicting St. Phillip baptizing the Eunuch, created between 1705 and 1767, showing biblical figures and ritual.

Copper engraving print by the Wierix family from 1594 depicting multiple scenes from the life of Christ, showing figures, gestures, and narrative composition.

Copper engraving by Cornelis Bos from 1545 depicting the acceptance of the cross by Christ, showing detailed figures, gestures, and composition in a biblical context.

The Israelites cross the Jordaan with the Ark des Covenant, Sisto Badalocchio, After Rafaël, 1607 print The Israelites cross the Jordaan and some priests wear the Ark of the Covenant on their shoulders. Numbered below: 40. paper etching the Israelites leave their camp to cross the Jordan; the priests, carrying the ark, lead the march

Etching by Franz Ertinger, 1660-1710, depicting Raimund IV of Toulouse preceding Pope Urban II with attendants, banners, and ceremonial procession.

Japanese deity Tornago, Tornagi pagoda and Japanese preacher (three illustrations); Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); 1724 (1724-00-00-1724-00-00);

Six scenes presenting subsequent stages of marriage by nuns; Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); 1722 (1722-00-00-1722-00-00);

Maria on her deathbed surrounded by the apostles, Léopold Flameng, after Martin Schongauer, 1859 print paper. etching the Dormition: Mary on her deathbed; the apostles are gathered around her (John the Evangelist may be shown sleeping or dreaming)

Copper engraving and etching by Frans van der Steen produced between 1637 and 1672 depicting Eucharistic adoration, showing figures in devotional poses with detailed 17th-century engraving techniques.

Copper engraving and etching by Bernard Picart depicting funerals in the Netherlands, created in 1732, showing funeral procession, participants, and ceremonial objects.

Cherubino Alberti's copper engraving depicts the Adoration of the Shepherds, illustrating shepherds visiting the newborn Christ in a late 16th-century devotional scene.

David belongs to the death of Saul and Jonatan / Absaloms dead. Two biblical performances. Above it brings a messenger to David and his men the message that Saul and Jonatan died. As proof he has taken the crown and the bracelet of King Saul. David tears his clothes. Below is absoral to his hair in a tree, while Joab kills him with a spear. At the top right: pl. IV.

Two representations on one slide. Above: Christ sits with his disciples on the outskirts of the city of Jerusalem. He predicts the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple. Below: in the foreground the five wise and five foolish virgins. The five wise virgins have lit their oil lamps and are walking toward the bridegroom in the background. The five foolish virgins are asleep or trying to light their empty oil lamps. Christ predicts the destruction of Jerusalem and the parable of the five wise and five foolish virgins. Matth XXIV vs.1: The Disciples Show Jesus the Temple / Matth. XXV vs.1: The Parable of the Wise and the Foolish Virgins ., print maker: Jan Luyken, (mentioned on object), publisher: Pieter Mortier (I), (mentioned on object), anonymous, (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1700, paper, etching, h 364 mm × w 237 mm

Drawing the flooding in a chapel in Babyloniënbroek, 1809..

Church interior with crowd around Bishop, Tommaso di Lorenzo, After Rafaël, After Filippo Prosperi, 1851 - 1922 print paper etching / engraving

Copper engraving by Schelte Adamsz. Bolswert from 1600-1659 depicting Holy Rosa receiving Holy Communion, showing detailed figures, gestures, and religious ceremony.

Tamar shows the staff and ring of Judah, 1643 print Judah lets the fire heat up to burn his daughter -in -law Tamar. He wants to punish her because she has behaved like a whore and therefore became pregnant. Tamar, however, shows him his staff and signet ring, with which she proves that he made her pregnant. Then Judah acknowledges that he is guilty and not Tamar. At the bottom of the margin a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Gen. 38:24. This print is part of an album. Amsterdam paper engraving the burning of Tamar being ordered, she shows the signet(-ring), bracelets and staff to Judah, who recognizes them as his

Marriage, baptism and other customs from the rags; Mariage des Lapons (...). Sheet with four performances of using in Lapland. Top left: a wedding ceremony in a church in Lapland. At the top right: baptism of a baby in a church in Lapland. Bottom left: Funeral in Lapland. At the bottom right: a piece lies in ecstasy on the floor with a magic drum on its back. In the background a reindeer for a sled.

Bladelin altar of Middelburg, Charles Onkhena, After Rogier van der Weyden, 1836 print Birth and worship of Christ. Ghent paper etching picture, painting. adoration of the Christ-child ~ Christ's birth Middelburg

Small orphans. / 11 (registered title) | The Little Orphan. / 11. (title registered) | Album / of / twelve subjects (IFF 26) (set of all)

Copper engraving by Bernard Picart between 1723 and 1743 depicting a Mexican wedding, showing figures, ceremonial objects, and composition.

God giving health, wisdom and all good and care deity on the island of Ceylon (two illustrations); Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); 1729 (1729-00-00-1729-00-00);

Venice of Ganesha and King Ravana. Sheet with two representations of the worship of gods on Ceylon. Above: People worship the God, that gives wisdom and health. The statue of God has the rodged of an elephant. Under: Offers are offered to the protection rod of Ceylon island.

Japanese gods and their worship; Tiedebaik Divinité du Japon (...); Four Chinese gods. Sheet with three performances from Japanese gods. Top left: Statue of the Japanese God Tiedebaik. At the top right: statue of the God Amida. Below: in the foreground the Japanese Buddarian God Amida. In the background people with weights to their arms and feet in boats, so that they will drown in honor of their God.

Funeral ceremony of the Canadian people: joyful fun while bringing the deceased to the tomb; Funeral procession; Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); 1723; 1723-1743 (edition) (1723-00-00-1743-00-00);

Healing from Tobit; History of Tobias. On the left in the background, Tobias and the Archangel Rafael back in Niniveh. Upon returning home Tobias lays the bile of the fish on the eyes of his blind father Tobit. Then Tobit can see again. Anna and the angel watch. In the undermaster a four-line Latin text.

Funeral at the Reformed in The Hague, ca. 1730, Bernard Picart (Possible), After Bernard Picart, 1732 - 1736 print Funeral procession as usual among the Reformed people in The Hague and other Dutch cities, ca. 1730. The show shows a funeral procession in The Hague, where the coffin is on a carriage. paper etching / engraving funerary ceremonial. cortege, funeral procession Amsterdam. The Hague

Das Zeitalter der Reformation | Library of Congress

The worship of the shepherds

Copper engraving by Michel Natalis depicting the Holy Family with two angels in a landscape, showing figures, gestures, and composition, produced between 1626 and 1668.

Crossing, 1660 print Christ falls under the weight of the cross. Veronica has just erased the sweat from his face with a cloth. Maria mourns. This print is part of an album. paper etching Christ collapsing ~ carrying of the cross. Christ meets Veronica, who has a cloth to wipe Christ's face

Interior of St. Mary's Church in Torun. Łopieński, Ignacy (1865-1941), graphic artist, Matejko, Jan (1838-1893), painter

Etching by Jan Luyken from 1721-1778 depicting Pontius Pilate presenting Jesus to the crowd, showing figures, gestures, architecture, and expressions.

Gevangenneming van Christus.Judas embraces Christ to make it clear to the soldiers that she must arrest him. This print is part of an album.

Ceremony of selection of the Pope (six illustrations); Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); 1725 (1725-00-00-1725-00-00);

Michel Dorigny produced an etching and copper engraving in 1638 depicting the martyrdom of Saint Eustace. The work illustrates religious iconography with detailed line engraving of the 17th century.

Lazarus and the rich man, Pieter Nolpe, After Abraham Bosse, 1630 - 1702 print In an interior there is a rich man with his family and guests at the table. Through the doorway on the right the beggar Lazarus can be seen, whose swearing is licked by a dog. Left from top to bottom three smaller performances with the death of Lazarus, his Ascension and funeral. On the right three smaller representations with the death of the rich man, the rich man in hell and his funeral. To the Bible story in Luc. 16: 19-25. Amsterdam paper etching / engraving the rich man (Dives) is feasting, while poor Lazarus is starving at the gate (dogs licking Lazarus' sores) (Luke 16:19-31). Lazarus dies: his soul is carried into Abraham's lap by angels. Dives dies; his soul is brought into hell by devils. in hell Dives sees Lazarus in paradise; usually Dives pointing at his tongue

People in worship for the image of Justitia, Michel Dorigny, after Simon Vouet, 1640 print France paper engraving / etching Justitia (justice) as Roman personification

Scenes from the history of Jesus childhood, 1847 print Leaf with 6 performances from the child's life of Christ. Above each performance a title and a four -line verse below each performance. Numbered at the top right: No. 17. Publisher: Purmerendprint Maker: Netherlands paper letterpress printing New Testament. series of scenes from the life of Christ. birth and youth of Christ. flight into Egypt and miracles during the journey. adoration of the kings: the Wise Men present their gifts to the Christ-child (gold, frankincense and myrrh). the story of the three Wise Men (kings or Magi) (Matthew 2:1-12). the massacre of the innocents and the flight into Egypt (Matthew 2:13-23)

Christ is dressed; Passio et Resurrectio D.n. Iesu Christi. Edita et Excusa ab Ad. Collaert. Christ is undressed, standing at the cross. Part of the print series about the passion of Christ: Passio et Resurrectio D.n. Iesu Christi. Edita et Excusa ab Ad. Collaert. In PrentalBum with two series of 34 and 24 engravings respectively with scenes from the life and breast story of Christ.

Via crucis - Station VII, He Falls Beneath the Cross the Second Time, Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, Italian, 1727 - 1804, Etching on cream laid paper, First state, Italy, ca. 1749, Print, Print

Copper engraving and etching by Willem de Broen depicting the descent of the Holy Spirit, created between 1706 and 1748.

Painting on the Ursulaschrijn by Hans Memling, representing the arrival of Saint Ursula in Basel, c. 1875 - c. 1900 photograph Used cardboard. photographic support albumen print picture, painting. relics (and reliquaries). the virgin martyr Ursula of Cologne; possible attributes: arrow, banner with red cross, cloak of ermine, crown, ship Used

Bible children's prints, 1869 - 1908 print Leaf with 4 performances of stories from the New Testament: the Last Supper, the sleeping apostles in Getsemane, the betrayal of Judas and Christ just after the scourge. A Bible text under each image. Numbered at the top right: No. 20. Amsterdam paper letterpress printing New Testament. the episode of the Last Supper. the sleeping apostles (alone) ~ Garden of Gethsemane. the kiss of Judas: accompanied by soldiers with torches and lanterns, he kisses Christ. Christ on the whipping-post (after the flagellation)

Bible children's prints, 1869 - 1908 print Leaf with 4 performances of stories from the New Testament. The wonderful fishing, the Sermon on the Mount, Christ heals the sick and the healing of the Lamme of Bethesda. A Bible text under each image. Numbered at the top right: No. 15. Amsterdam paper letterpress printing New Testament. the miraculous draught of fishes (before the Resurrection) on the Lake of Gennesaret (Sea of Galilee); James and John helping to bring in the nets (Luke 5:1-11). Christ's sermon on the mount (Matthew 5-7). miracles of Christ ~ healing the sick. sick people lying near the pool of Bethesda ~ Christ healing paralytics (John 5:1-9)

This etching by Pierre Chenu, created between 1730 and 1800, depicts the biblical scene of the proclamation to the shepherds, highlighting angels, shepherds, and landscape.

Former Calief Als beggar, Johannes Steyn, 1836 print An old calipher as a beggar asks a man for an alms. A palace in the background. Amsterdam paper Beggar. Ruler, Sovereign

Christ blesses the children, Samuel van Hoogstraten, 1646 - 1650 drawing paper. ink pen / brush Christ blessing children brought by their mothers, usually with some disciples disapprovingly looking on (Matthew 19:13-15; Mark 10:13-16; Luke 18:15-17)

Carpet with the resurrection of Christ and prefigurations in a church in La Chaise-Dieu, Hippolyte Malègue, c. 1868 - 1873 photograph photographic support albumen print tapestry

Offer by Noach, Reinier Vinkeles (I), After Jacobus Buys, 1797 print Noah and his family pray at the altar, where they sacrifice a lamb. Full of awe, they look at the sky where a rainbow appears, as a sign of the covenant. Amsterdam paper etching / engraving Noah's sacrifice; various animals are offered, possibly a lamb, a dove and a ram (often combined with the rainbow of the covenant)

Feder and brush drawing by anonymous artist depicting a saintly monk distributing alms, executed in gray wash, showing figures and gesture.

Copper engraving depicting Daniel's visions and prophecies, created in the 16th century, showing biblical scenes in detailed line work on paper.

Copper engraving by the Wierix family from 1594 illustrating key moments from Christs life, including teaching, healing, and interactions with followers and disciples.

Very believous life of the monks / It is to maintain your bellies of Braine / and the juice of Bacchus you better illuminate / that preach at the loss of halaine / you enjoined to others of youner. ... (IT)

Joan Nieuhof on audience with the Queen of Kollam, Anonymous, After Joan Nieuhof, 1682 print Kollam (old name Quilon) in the Kingdom Travancore, South India. paper engraving / etching / letterpress printing audition; ruler giving audience - BB - female ruler Travancore

Luther party plate, Emil Ost, after Johan Braakensiek, 1856 - 1906 print Nine performances from the life of Martin Luther, including his parental home, the publication of his positions, the burning of the papal bull and his house of death. Three columns with nine lines of Dutch text in the lower margin. print maker: Amsterdampublisher: Netherlandspublisher: Amsterdam paper Worms. Wartburg. Coburg

Gin Lane , Intoxication, Crowds, Alcoholic beverages, Slums, St. George's Church Bloomsbury, London, England. William Hogarth (1697-1764). Prints

Christ appears to Peter; Domine Quo Ueenis; uenio iterum crucifigi; Performances by Rafael in the Vatican. Christ appears to Peter after the resurrection (Domine Quo Vadis). Christ holds a cross with banner and Peter a big key. In the background soldiers and architecture. Title and reference to Bible text in the sub-margin.

Scenes from the history of Jesus Resurrection and Ascension, 1850 print Leaf with 6 performances from the life of Christ. Above each performance a title and a four -line verse below each performance. Numbered at the top right: No. 164, numbered at the bottom right: (7.). Publisher: Purmerendprint Maker: Netherlands paper letterpress printing New Testament. series of scenes from the life of Christ. Resurrection of Christ. (adult) Christ appearing to mortals. appearances of Christ after the Resurrection. Christ taken up by a cloud ~ Ascension

Photo production of an engraving by Convenanters' Baptism, to the painting by Sir George Harvey, Thomas Annan, After Charles Edward Wagstaff, After George Harvey (SIR), c. 1865 - in or before c. 1870 photograph photographic support albumen print baptism, christening ceremony ~ the first of the seven sacraments - QQ - baptism in the open air

Image storm, 1566; Beeldestorm in the old church in Amsteldam. Images storm in the Oude Kerk in Amsterdam, 1566. The Wife Weyn Ockers throws her slipper to a crucifix. At the top right: IV.d.pl.iv.

Christ with seven stars and sword, Philippus Velijn, 1797 - 1836 print Christ between the clouds, between seven candlesticks, with seven stars in his hand and a two -edged sword in his mouth. Illustration The Bible story of the vision of John on the island of Patmos (on. 1: 12-16). Netherlands paper etching Christ between seven golden candlesticks appears to John, who falls to the ground; a sword comes out of Christ's mouth and he holds seven stars in his hands

This etching by Moritz von Schwind depicts the body of Saint Elisabeth being carried into a cathedral, showing figures, procession, and architectural elements between 1855 and 1895.

Painting by Cenni di Francesco in the Cappella della Croce di Giorno in Volterra, representing the legend of the Holy Cross, c. 1875 - c. 1900 photograph Church of San Francesco cardboard. photographic support albumen print legend of the True Cross. painting (including book-illumination, miniature-painting) (+ plaster ~ arts) Church of San Francesco

Allegorical representation about the establishment of the Louisa Foundation. In the middle the portraits of the founders, Prince Hendrik and his wife Louise van Prussen, surrounded by ropes and leaves. Between them in a torch and the symbol of the Freemose consisting of a compass, shopping hook and the letter G. a crown above. The ropes are held and knotted by two angels. At the bottom left is a woman with three children, including one to the chest. In the middle of what a seated woman writes in a book. At the bottom right two older men. The standing man has a money pouch on his belt and holds the hands of the other man. This man, barefoot, kneels down for him. Behind the figures are two buildings, the Louisa Foundation and a building with a swing for it.

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