Artwork
Landscape with the Circumcision of Moses' Son
Landscape with the Circumcision of Moses' Son is an ink print by the Baroque artist Antonie Waterloo. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Anthonie Waterloo's etching 'Landscape with the Circumcision of Moses' Son' is a 1650 work that combines a biblical scene with a serene landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a group gathered around a figure holding a child, set against trees and a distant mountain range, likely illustrating the circumcision of Moses' son, a biblical event.
Technique & Style
Waterloo's use of light and shadow creates depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures, characteristic of etching's ability to capture nuanced tonal variations.
Artist & collection
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