Ruth, Orpah, and Naomi

Edward S. Bartholomew

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts three women in an embrace. Two of the women are holding hands and leaning in closely, while the third stands slightly apart but is engaged in the scene, touching her face with a thoughtful expression. The sculpture is crafted from light-colored marble. The figures are depicted in flowing garments with skillfully carved drapery. The sculpture is a relief mounted against a wall or panel, standing out in shallow depth from the background.