Abraham and Melchizedek - 17th Century Engraving by Van der Gucht

Original late 17th-century copper engraving of the meeting of Abraham and Melchizedek, who comes out to bless him with bread and wine after the victory over the kings, among spears and great metal vessels. Drawn by Gerard Freman and engraved by Michael van der Gucht. Lettered below: Abraham and Melchisadec. Genesis, Ch. XIV.

From The History of the Old and New Testament by the Sieur de Royaumont, published in London by Richard Blome between 1690 and 1705. The cartouche above, held by two putti, carries the dedication to Elizabeth, Duchess of Somerset, daughter and heiress of the Earl of Northumberland: each copper was paid for by subscription and bore the arms and name of its sponsor.

Medium: Copper engraving
Artist / after: Gerard Freman
Engraver: Michael van der Gucht
Date: Late 17th Century
Source: The History of the Old and New Testament by the Sieur de Royaumont, London, Richard Blome
Dimensions: 10.1 x 15.6 in (25.6 x 39.5 cm)
Condition: Toned paper, with uneven margins and small tears along the left edge. The image itself is complete