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Solomon Led to Idolatry by His Wives

Raphael Sadeler I after Joos van Winghe

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a group of people in a classical setting. At the center, a bearded man wearing a crown is seated on a throne, surrounded by richly dressed women. Some women are gesturing, with one holding a child. The background features columns, arches, and a tapestry. Through an archway on the left, there is a glimpse of an outdoor scene with trees and buildings.

Artwork Details

Date
1589
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4428 × 3441 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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