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Joseph Escaping Potiphar's Wife

Lucas van Leyden

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an interior scene featuring two figures in motion. The setting contains a room with a bed, visible bed and pillows in the background. One figure on the left is wearing flowing garments and engaging with another figure on the right, who is wearing a detailed cloak. Various objects such as footwear, a fur-lined object, and a container are scattered on the floor. The room includes architectural details like drapery and a textured wall. Subtle details of a smaller room or a cabinet with two figures in the background can be seen. The drawing employs intricate line work and hatching techniques indicative of engravings or etchings.

Artwork Details

Date
1512
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
4530 × 3464 px
Public Domain
Yes
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