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The Departure of Jacob to Egypt

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a pastoral scene with a procession of figures and animals on a winding path. There is a large rocky outcrop on the left side, and the sky above has linear cloud patterns. The landscape is detailed with fine lines, and the color palette is monochromatic. Various animals, including camels and dogs, are depicted with people walking and riding.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1647
Medium
etching
Dimensions
4846 × 3317 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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