Artwork

Heksen i Endor viser Saul Samuels ånd

Heksen i Endor viser Saul Samuels ånd, by Unknown, 1828
Heksen i Endor viser Saul Samuels ånd, by Unknown, 1828

Heksen i Endor viser Saul Samuels ånd is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1828 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Heksen i Endor viser Saul Samuels ånd is a work created around 1828. It is a black-and-white image held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a dramatic scene with three figures: a seated man reaching upwards, a standing man holding a spear, and a glowing figure floating above them. The scene appears to be drawn from a narrative, with the figures interacting in a moment of tension or revelation.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, creates a sense of drama and emphasizes the supernatural element of the floating figure.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known