Jacob and Rebecca before Isaac [recto]

early 18th century

French 18th Century

Associated Names
French 18th Century

Artist

This is a drawing of a classical scene with multiple figures and a dog. The drawing features a central scene with three prominent figures. The figures are arranged around a depth with a sense of emotion reflected in their gestures. The setting includes draped fabrics and a decorative urn on a table. Additionally, there is a dog in the lower left corner. The composition uses soft lines and shading to create a gentle atmosphere and depth.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink with wash over black chalk on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. N. Richard Miller

  • Dimensions

    overall: 21.8 x 31.2 cm (8 9/16 x 12 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1976.5.1.a

Associated Artworks

A Centaur Carrying a Maiden [verso]

French 18th Century

1700

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Unidentified collector (WB over a circled cross, Lugt undescribed)

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right in brown ink: 242

Wikidata ID

Q64570781

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