Joseph Revealing Himself to His Brothers in Egypt

c. 1655

Studio of Pier Francesco Mola

Associated Names
Pier Francesco Mola

Related Artist, Italian, 1612 - 1666

This is a drawing of a biblical scene with a central figure and a group of figures in an act of supplication. The drawing depicts a figure in a flowing robe, likely a person of significance, appearing to bless or address a group of kneeling individuals. The central figure is positioned to the left, extending one hand outward. The individuals surrounding this central figure are on bended knees, some with outstretched arms. The background is filled with architectural elements like columns and arches. The overall composition is intricate, with attention to the expressions and postures of the characters, emphasizing their emotional states and interactions.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    black chalk and pen and brown ink with brown wash heightened with white on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John Steiner

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 29.8 x 30.3 cm (11 3/4 x 11 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1977.50.2


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in later hand, upper left in brown ink: 84; upper center verso in graphite: 211; across center verso: Joseph und Seine Bruder / nel Palazzo [Quirinale] / Franc Mola

Wikidata ID

Q64632803

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