Lot and His Family recalled home by Abraham

Antonio Tempesta

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a large group of people on a journey, complete with camels and horses. The scene features intricate details of an expansive caravan traversing a rugged landscape. In the scene, camels and horses are laden with goods and surrounded by a diverse assembly, including individuals in flowing robes, carrying flags or banners, and armed figures. The background reveals a city or settlement. The drawing is imbued with a sense of movement and narrative.