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The Banishment of Hagar
The Banishment of Hagar is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Adriaen van der Werff. It dates from 1698 and is held in the collection of the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden.
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Overview
The Banishment of Hagar is a 1698 oil painting by Adriaen van der Werff, a Dutch artist known for his work in various genres, including religious and mythological scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates a biblical scene, showing an older man sending away a woman and her young son, while another woman and child observe from the background. The figures' interactions convey a sense of emotional tension.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark, creates a sense of depth and emphasizes the emotional drama of the scene. This technique is characteristic of Baroque art, a style that van der Werff's work exemplifies.
History & Provenance
The Banishment of Hagar is part of the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister collection. Van der Werff was a prominent artist of his time, producing works for notable patrons, including the Medici family.
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Artist
Adriaen van der Werff (21 January 1659 – 12 November 1722) was a Dutch painter of portraits and erotic, devotional and mythological scenes.
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