The Slaughter of the Priests of Samaria

c. 1569

Philip Galle, after Maerten van Heemskerck

Associated Names
Philip Galle

Artist, Netherlandish, 1537 - 1612

Maerten van Heemskerck

Artist After, Netherlandish, 1498 - 1574

This is a drawing of a scene in an ancient architectural setting. The central figure in a crown stands at the forefront, interacting with others around a large architectural structure with columns and an archway. Figures are shown in dynamic poses, engaged in acts that suggest conflict or punishment. Statuesque figures with wings sit atop a platform. The scene is rich with details such as the stone floor texture, armor, garments, and architectural depth.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Estate of Leo Steinberg

  • Dimensions

    plate: 20.6 x 25.3 cm (8 1/8 x 9 15/16 in.)
    sheet: 28.2 x 36.8 cm (11 1/8 x 14 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2011.139.83

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 47

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Leo Steinberg, New York (1920-2011); Estate of Leo Steinberg; gift to NGA, 2011

Associated Names

Bibliography

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. (Collaert Dynasty, Ann Diels and Marjolein Leesburg, authors). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-, no. 47

Inscriptions

lower center in plate: martinus Heemskerck Inventor; lower edge of plate: Occidit Rex Universos sacerdotes excelsorum qui erant ibi super altaria et / Combussit ossa humana superea. 4. Reg. 23. Cap.

Wikidata ID

Q76559221

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