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King Josiah tears his clothes upon hearing the law
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
About this work
King Josiah sits on his throne surrounded by members of the court. Before him kneels the court scribe Safan who reads to him from a large book held by two boys. Upon hearing the words from the law, the king tears his robe. Below the scene, a reference in Latin to the Biblical text in 2 Kings 22:10. Print is part of an album.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionCredit lineKoning Josia scheurt zijn kleren bij het horen van de wet. 1567 - 1571. Philips Galle. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
