Artwork
The Twelve Kings of Israel: David, Solomon, Rehoboam
The Twelve Kings of Israel: David, Solomon, Rehoboam is a print by the Renaissance artist Lucas van Leyden. It dates from 1516 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Twelve Kings of Israel: David, Solomon, Rehoboam is a print created by Lucas van Leyden in 1516, part of a series depicting biblical kings.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows three men on horseback, identified as biblical kings, each holding a banner or flag with inscriptions. The figures are dressed in elaborate attire, with the central figure wearing a crown, and are characterized by distinct actions and attributes, such as a harp, scepter, and spear.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Lucas van Leyden's skill as a printmaker, utilizing techniques that create a sense of depth and dimensionality through the use of light and shadow.
History & Provenance
The print is now held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, exemplifying the artist's contribution to early Dutch art and his engagement with religious themes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas van Leyden (1494 – 8 August 1533), was a Dutch painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut. Lucas van Leyden was among the first Dutch exponents of genre painting and was a very accomplished engraver.
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