Artwork
Sacrifice of Abraham
Sacrifice of Abraham is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hieronymus Cock. It dates from 1551 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Sacrifice of Abraham is an etching on laid paper created by Hieronymus Cock in 1551. It is a print that depicts a biblical scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching illustrates the story of Abraham's sacrifice of Isaac, with Abraham binding his son to an altar as an angel prepares to intervene. The scene is set within a detailed landscape featuring a village, mountains, and a winding river.
Technique & Style
The print showcases Cock's skill in etching, with intricate details such as tiny figures, animals, and buildings. The use of etching allowed for a high level of precision and texture in the image.
History & Provenance
The Sacrifice of Abraham was produced by Hieronymus Cock's workshop, which was a major center for printmaking in northern Europe during the mid-16th century. The workshop produced over 1,100 prints between 1548 and 1570.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hieronymus Cock, or Hieronymus Wellens de Cock, (1518 – 3 October 1570) was a Flemish painter and etcher as well as a publisher and distributor of prints.
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Sacrifice of Abraham