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The Finding of Moses

Joseph Wagner (publisher) after Jacopo Amigoni

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts women with a baby near water, surrounded by trees. The setting is idyllic and pastoral, with several women gathered around the baby in a small body of water. One woman is tending to the baby, possibly retrieving it from the water, while another woman stands with a parasol. The figures wear flowing garments typical of classical or historical attire. Tall trees and lush foliage frame the scene. The edges of the drawing feature decorative scrollwork and floral motifs.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1745
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3425 × 5165 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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