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The Judgment of Solomon

Cornelis Ploos van Amstel (editor) and Cornelis Brouwer (printmaker), after Jan de Bisschop (formerly Nicolaes de Bruyn; formerly Lucas van Leyden)

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing showing a regal scene. There is a central seated figure on a throne, under a decorative canopy, surrounded by other figures in different positions. The setting includes grand columns and arches, hinting at a ceremonial or official chamber. The artwork is detailed with intricate line work and shading, depicting ornate textile patterns and expressions of the figures, creating a historical or allegorical ambiance.

Artwork Details

Date
1782
Medium
etching and aquatint printed in red-brown ink on laid paper
Dimensions
3578 × 4422 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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