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Moses Striking a Shepherd

Joseph Wagner (publisher) after Jacopo Amigoni

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of people in different body positions. In the foreground, a man lies on the ground with his torso exposed and covered by a draped cloth. Another man stands above him, leaning forward with one arm raised, holding a stick. To the left, another figure is partially visible holding onto a tree branch. In the background to the right, a woman stands near a well holding a large jug. Behind her, a seated figure tends to a sheep. The setting includes rocky structures and sparse trees, with mountains in the distance. Floral and scroll patterns frame the scene as decorative elements.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1745
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3376 × 5106 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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