Bilder Piter Schulz (1642-1718) – The Choice of the Hebrew Youths – Engraving (1670)

Beskrivning

"Nebucadnezar doet voor hem brengen eenige Israëlitise Jongelingé van Konings zaede" This engraving depicts a biblical scene from the Book of Daniel, illustrating the moment King Nebuchadnezzar commands his chief official to bring him young men from the royal family and nobility of Israel. The composition shows the king seated on an elevated throne at the right, draped in elaborate robes and wearing a crown, gesturing toward a group of three young Hebrew men being presented to him. The youths are dressed in classical tunics and sandals, standing in a grand architectural setting with columns and a distant view of a city tower through an archway. This work was published in a series of biblical illustrations printed in Amsterdam.

Piter Schulz, also known as Pieter Schut, was a Dutch engraver and draughtsman active in Amsterdam during the mid to late seventeenth century. He specialized in producing small scale biblical and topographical illustrations, often collaborating with prominent publishers like Nicolaes Visscher. Schulz was known for his ability to translate complex narratives into clear, detailed compositions that were widely accessible to the Dutch public. His work contributed to the rich tradition of seventeenth century Dutch printmaking, which emphasized both technical precision and religious storytelling. Schulz's engravings remain significant for their documentation of contemporary artistic styles and their role in the dissemination of biblical imagery in northern Europe.

Artist or Maker: Piter Schulz.

Dimensions: Approximately 14 cm x 8 cm.

Medium: Engraving.

Date: 1670.

Condition Report:
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