Artwork
Lot and his Daughters
Lot and his Daughters is a print by Raphael Morghen. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This print, titled 'Lot and his Daughters,' is a work on paper created by Raphael Morghen in 1850. It is based on a composition by the Italian painter Guercino.
Subject & Meaning
The print illustrates a biblical scene, depicting Lot and his daughters in a dimly lit interior. The figures are shown in a moment of quiet intimacy, with Lot kneeling and drinking from a cup, while his daughters stand nearby, calm and serene.
Technique & Style
Morghen's print is characterized by its use of chiaroscuro, with the figures emerging from a dark background and a distant town visible through a window. The rendering of textures and folds in the figures' robes adds depth and nuance to the scene.
History & Provenance
The print is part of a tradition of reproductive engraving, where Morghen interprets and translates Guercino's original composition into a new medium.
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