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Joseph Thrown into a Pit
Joseph Thrown into a Pit is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist David Colijns. It dates from 1644 and is held in the collection of the Walters Art Museum.
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Overview
Joseph Thrown into a Pit is a 1644 oil painting by David Colijns, held at the Walters Art Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a biblical scene where a group of men, dressed in traditional attire, surround a young Joseph, some showing concern as others push him into a pit, set against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky.
Technique & Style
The oil painting features visible brushstrokes and texture, creating depth and emotion. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark, heightens the scene's dramatic effect.
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Artist & collection
Joseph Sold by His Brothers
Speisung der Fünftausend
Kreuztragung Christi
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Gang nach Golgatha
Christ Healing the Sick
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Moses and the Burning Bush
Abrahams Auszug nach Kanaan (Werkstattkopie)
Der Markt
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