Moses and the Burning Bush

Augustin Hirschvogel

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a deity-like figure emerging from clouds above a landscape with grazing sheep and a kneeling man. The drawing depicts a dramatic scene with a classical theme, presenting a bearded, flowing-robed figure partially shrouded in clouds, gesturing towards a kneeling man who is on the edge of a cliff or hill. The left side of the drawing shows a cluster of sheep peacefully grazing. In the background, there is a pastoral landscape with trees and distant rolling hills scattered with quaint buildings. The composition is detailed with fine lines, showcasing a traditional style typical of Renaissance-era sketches, focusing on expressive figures and narrative interplay.