Artwork
Lot and His Daughters Leaving Sodom
Lot and His Daughters Leaving Sodom is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hendrik Goltzius. It dates from 1582 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Lot and His Daughters Leaving Sodom is an engraving created by Hendrick Goltzius in 1582. The print is a representation of a biblical scene, executed in a refined and detailed style characteristic of Goltzius's work.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts Lot and his daughters fleeing Sodom, as described in the Bible. The scene shows five figures, including an angel guiding Lot, rendered in a calm and dramatic composition.
Technique & Style
Goltzius employed fine lines and shading to create depth and texture, particularly in the figures' clothing. The engraving's level of detail and elaborate composition reflect Goltzius's skill as a printmaker and his association with the Northern Mannerism style.
History & Provenance
Goltzius, a German-born Dutch artist, was a prominent figure in the early Baroque period. He was known primarily for his printmaking, although he later produced paintings as well.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.
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