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Abrahams Sacrifice of Isaac, 1654-56 (oil on panel)
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Abrahams Sacrifice of Isaac, 1654-56 (oil on panel)
2970372 Abrahams Sacrifice of Isaac, 1654-56 (oil on panel) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); 20.9x30.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: After Paolo Veronese (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88)); Gift of Mrs. Charles L. Hutchinson; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22692802
© Gift of Mrs. Charles L. Hutchinson / Bridgeman Images
Abraham Intervention Isaac Knife Knives Paolo Caliari Paolo Veronese Sacrifice Veronese Paolo 1528 1588
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This print captures the intense and dramatic scene of "Abraham's Sacrifice of Isaac" a masterpiece painted by David Teniers the Younger in 1654-56. The oil on panel artwork, measuring 20.9x30.7 cm, is housed at The Art Institute of Chicago in Illinois, USA. Inspired by Paolo Veronese's original composition, this painting depicts the biblical story from the Old Testament where Abraham prepares to sacrifice his beloved son Isaac as an act of obedience to God. With a knife held high above his head, Abraham stands poised for this heart-wrenching act while Isaac lies bound on an altar. Intriguingly, an angel descends from heaven just in time to intervene and prevent the tragic sacrifice. This divine intervention adds a powerful element to the narrative and symbolizes God's mercy and compassion. Teniers masterfully brings this religious tale to life through his skilled brushwork and attention to detail. Every emotion is palpable - from Abraham's conflicted expression as he wrestles with his faith, to Isaac's vulnerability and trust in his father. As we contemplate this profound artwork, we are reminded of the themes of sacrifice, faith, and divine intervention that resonate throughout Christian teachings. It serves as a testament not only to Teniers' artistic prowess but also to the enduring power of religious stories depicted through art.
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