Artwork
Return of Jacob with His Family
Return of Jacob with His Family is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Jacopo Bassano. It dates from 1590 and is held in the collection of the Doge's Palace.
About this work
Overview
Return of Jacob with His Family is an oil painting by Jacopo Bassano, created in 1590. It is a religious work currently held at the Doge's Palace.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the biblical scene of Jacob returning with his family, set in a rural landscape with trees and hills. A group of people and animals are gathered in the foreground, with figures in the background.
Technique & Style
The work features a range of colors, including earth tones and blues, which create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The use of chiaroscuro adds to the dramatic effect, with detailed figures rendered with expressive faces and gestures.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacopo Bassano was an Italian Renaissance painter of the Venetian school. He was born and died in Bassano del Grappa, and took the village as his surname. Having trained in the workshop of his father, Francesco the…
