Elisha Raises the Son of the Shunammite

1547

Augustin Hirschvogel

Associated Names
Augustin Hirschvogel

Artist, German, 1503 - 1553

This is a drawing of a biblical scene. The image shows several figures in an ancient setting with detailed attire reminiscent of biblical times. The background features a building with a slanted roof and a small window. Two groups of figures are depicted. In the foreground, one group appears to be gesturing or conversing with a figure outside the building. In the background, another pair of figures stands near a bed. Additional details include a table with vessels and a landscape extending beyond the setting. The style of the drawing, with intricate lines and shading, suggests a historical or religious narrative.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1950.17.133

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Schwarz 1971, no. 1


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1917

  • -- see Schwarz 1917 for full citation -- use 'Schwarz 1971' for Hirschvogel's "Konkordanz" prints only

Wikidata ID

Q65220190

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