Gideon Frightens His Enemies in Their Camp

1613

Antonio Tempesta

Associated Names
Antonio Tempesta

Artist, Florentine, 1555 - 1630

This is a drawing of a chaotic scene in a camp with horses and tents. The image shows a densely packed composition depicting a chaotic scene in a camp. Tents are scattered throughout the landscape, and in the foreground, a horse stands prominently. Surrounding the horse, there are figures in various states of movement and action. Flames and smoke can be seen in the background with figures carrying weapons. The texture of the drawing is detailed, emphasizing the folds of clothing, the structure of the tents, and the expressions of turmoil among the figures. The scene is accented with dramatic contrasts of light and shadow.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1974.55.31

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 249, State i/ii


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

Wikidata ID

Q65565693

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