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Balaam and the Angel

Dirck Volckertz Coornhert, after Maerten van Heemskerck

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a scene with ancient ruins. The artwork shows a bearded warrior riding a horse, making a gesture with one hand holding the horse's reins. The setting includes decaying stone structures covered in ivy, featuring arches, columns, and statues. The intricate details of foliage and masonry create a rich texture. The composition conveys a sense of a mythological narrative or allegory.

Artwork Details

Date
1554
Medium
etching and engraving [left plate of 2 plates] on laid paper
Dimensions
6581 × 4563 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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