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Meeting of Solomon and Queen of Sheba

Francesco Solimena

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a sketch of a meeting between two prominent figures. The man on the left wears a puffy-sleeved shirt and puffy pants with a sash. He extends his right hand to greet a woman on the right. The woman wears a floor-length dress and a head covering. She extends her right hand in greeting. The pair stand on a raised platform. A servant on the right holds a tray with objects on it. A kneeling figure is on the far right. There are several other figures in the scene. The background features architectural details, including columns and arches. The sketch appears to be a study or preparatory work for a larger painting. The image is rendered in pencil on a beige background.

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1263 × 866 px
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