The Samaritan Takes the Man to an Inn

Sébastien Bourdon

Associated Names
Sébastien Bourdon

Artist, French, 1616 - 1671

This monochromatic print depicts a rugged landscape with elements of architecture and nature. Two figures stand on a ledge, while another carries a burden. Sturdy trees and a stone bridge are visible along with distant ruins. Rocky outcroppings lead to a flowing body of water dominating the right side. Stone architecture lines the horizon against the sky. The scene features meticulous engravings creating textures from rocks to water ripples. The limited gray and sepia tones evoke a classical and harmonious quality in this pastoral setting.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1952.8.81

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Robert-Dumesnil, no. 38


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1967

  • Robert-Dumesnil, A.P.F. Le peintre-graveur francais, ou catalogue raisonne des estampes gravees par les peintres et les dessinateurs de l'ecole francaise, ouvrage faisant suite au peintre-graveur de M. Bartsch. Reprint (11 vols. in 6). Paris: F. deNobe

Wikidata ID

Q65366359

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