The Death of Abimelech

1613

Antonio Tempesta

Associated Names
Antonio Tempesta

Artist, Florentine, 1555 - 1630

This is a drawing of a historical battle scene capturing soldiers engaged in combat in front of fortifications. Horses are also depicted in the midst of the chaos. The drawing is detailed with fine lines showing the forms and movements of figures and architecture. In the background, there is a sky and distant landscapes. The style shows influences from Renaissance engravings.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1974.55.32

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bartsch, no. 250, 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

Q65565695

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