The Raining Down of Manna – 17th-Century Engraving by J. Kip after G. Freman

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A powerful 17th-century Biblical engraving titled The Raining Down of Manna, depicting the scene from Exodus, Chapter 16, where God … Read more A powerful 17th-century Biblical engraving titled The Raining Down of Manna, depicting the scene from Exodus, Chapter 16, where God provides sustenance to the Israelites in the wilderness. Engraved by Johannes Kip (1653–1722) after a drawing by G. Freman, the composition shows Moses among a group of men, women, and children, all gathering the miraculous manna with baskets and vessels as it falls from heaven.

The figures are rendered in dynamic poses with finely engraved drapery and expressive facial features, creating a dramatic and detailed narrative scene. The upper part of the image is decorated with a cartouche held aloft by cherubs, which bears a heraldic dedication to Thomas Ryves of Dorset, a patron of the work. This is print number 43, and is stylistically consistent with religious illustrations produced in England or the Low Countries during the late 17th century.

Artist (original): G. Freman (17th century)
Engraver: Johannes (Jan) Kip (1653–1722)
Date: circa 1680–1700
Origin / Provenance: Netherland Bible
Medium: Original copperplate engraving on laid paper
Biblical reference: Exodus, Chapter XVI

Condition:
Very good for its age. Slight toning to the sheet, with minor edge wear and faint corner creases. Plate impression strong and clean. Richly inked with crisp detail throughout the figures and background landscape.

Measurements: 25.5 × 40 cm (10″ × 15 ¾″)

Why This Piece Stands Out:
• Engraved by Johannes Kip, a master of architectural and narrative engraving
• Dynamic religious scene rendered with technical finesse and emotional depth
• 17th-century devotional artwork with historical heraldic dedication
• Perfect for collectors of antique biblical prints, Baroque illustration, or early English engraving See less