Jozua als legeraanvoerder van Israëlieten met lichamen van de verslagen koningen

About this artwork

collector's mark: Lugt 240

Art Historical Context

This delicate 1552 work on paper captures a dramatic moment from the biblical Book of Joshua, showing the Israelite leader commanding his troops amid the fallen bodies of defeated kings. The small scale—only 60 by 85 millimeters—suggests it may have served as an illustration for a printed book or devotional series, allowing viewers to reflect on themes of divine justice and leadership during the Reformation era. Although listed as anonymous, the sheet carries an association with Hans Holbein the Younger, whose expressive draftsmanship and interest in moral narratives influenced many printmake...