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Absalom Orders the Murder of Amnon at a Feast in His Palace

Vitus Felix Rigl

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a grand, elaborate interior scene. The image depicts a large and ornate room filled with intricate architectural details such as tall columns and richly decorated walls. The scene shows a large group of armored figures gathered on one side, some holding weapons and banners. In the center, a figure is seated on a throne-like structure, surrounded by attendants. The floor is strewn with fallen figures in elaborate costumes, creating a dramatic atmosphere. The ornate borders and intricate patterns add to the overall aesthetics of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1760s
Medium
pen and gray ink with gray wash and white heightening on two joined sheets of blue laid paper
Dimensions
9913 × 7368 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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