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Jesse Sending David to the Camp

after Maerten van Heemskerck

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three men outdoors. In the center, a man is standing holding a staff and a bundle of items. He has curly, shoulder-length hair, a focused expression, and wears a tunic and no shoes. To the left, a man is sitting on a chair wearing a hat and a robe. The third man is seen walking towards tents carrying a bundle and a bag. Various objects are scattered on the ground. The background depicts a pastoral setting with sheep, tents, and people, under an overcast sky with clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
c.1556
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
4299 × 3527 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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