The Prodigal Son's Father Orders the Best Robe and the Slaughter of the Fatted Calf

Abraham Bosse

Associated Names
Abraham Bosse

Artist, French, 1602 - 1676

This is a drawing of people interacting indoors. The scene shows a richly detailed interior setting with a large window, ornate decorations, and architectural features like columns. The foreground features a seated individual interacting with three standing figures in elaborate attire. The background includes more architectural and decorative elements. The drawing is enclosed by a decorative border with intricate designs, all rendered in a monochromatic palette.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1982.40.6

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Le Blanc, no. 80


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1854

  • Le Blanc, Charles. _Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes, contenant le dictionnaire des graveurs de toutes les nations, dans lequel sont decrites les estampes rares, precieuses et interessantes avec l'indication de leurs differents etats et des prix auxquels

Wikidata ID

Q74038564

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