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Esther before Ahasuerus

Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image features a sketch showing three individuals. One person is seated on the left side, wearing flowing clothing and a turban-like headdress. They hold a scepter in their right hand. Two other individuals are kneeling on the right side, with less defined facial features and wearing loose garments and hats. The background is plain with no discernible scenery or objects.

Artwork Details

Date
1655/1660
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper
Dimensions
3322 × 3305 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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