Mozes wordt geadopteerd door de dochter van de farao 1550 - 1625

Pieter Jalhea Furnius etched this print, now in the Rijksmuseum, capturing the moment Moses is adopted by Pharaoh's daughter. The scene is dominated by a cluster of figures, their gestures and expressions carefully arranged to convey the gravity of the event. The act of adoption itself is rendered with striking tenderness. Pharaoh’s daughter gently cradles the infant Moses, her gaze filled with compassion. This echoes the age-old motif of the Madonna and Child, where the nurturing embrace symbolizes protection and divine favor. Consider the countless depictions of mothers holding their children throughout history. The motif has roots in ancient Egyptian art, with images of Isis and Horus. Later, in Christian art, the Virgin Mary became the epitome of maternal love. The act of cradling is not merely physical, but deeply psychological, tapping into our collective memories and subconscious associations. As we reflect on this image, let us appreciate the cyclical nature of visual language. It resurfaces, evolves, and takes on new meanings, yet it is also rooted in shared human experiences.