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Loth and His Daughters
Loth and His Daughters is a paint painting by the Mannerist artist Joachim Wtewael. It dates from 1610 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
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Overview
Loth and His Daughters, painted in 1610 by Joachim Wtewael, is a Dutch Mannerist work depicting a biblical scene with three figures in a natural setting, characterized by artificial elegance and stylized poses.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates the biblical story of Lot and his daughters, with Lot seated, accompanied by one daughter on his lap and another standing, engaging in a scene of wine, fruit, and conversation, set against a landscape backdrop.
Technique & Style
Wtewael employed chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, focusing attention on the central figures. The work showcases meticulous detail in textures, such as fruit and folded tablecloth, reflecting the Mannerist emphasis on refined, intricate forms.
History & Provenance
Created in Utrecht, where Wtewael also held civic and commercial roles, the painting is now part of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin's collection.
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Artist
Joachim Anthoniszoon Wtewael (Dutch pronunciation: ; 1566 – 1 August 1638), also known as Uytewael (pronounced ), was a Dutch Mannerist painter and draughtsman, as well as a highly successful flax merchant, and town councillor of Utrecht.
