The Sacrifice of Abraham; The Sacrifice of Abraham. Abraham is about to kill Isaac; who is lying on a stake; but is prevented by angels. In the foreground are the clothing of Isaac; a turban and sheath of the sword. In the background on the right a burning sacrifice; when Abraham raised his hand to kill Isaac; an angel restrains Abraham's hand; Pieter Lastman; c. 1612; panel; oil paint (paint); support: h 40.3 cm x w 31.5 cm frame: h 60 cm x w 50.5 cm sightsize: h 40 cm x w 31 cm