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Battle between Philistines and Israelites: Saul and his squire are thrown on their sword
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LRI4571137 Battle between Philistines and Israelites: Saul and his squire are thrown on their sword. (painting, 1562) by Brueghel, Pieter The Elder (c.1525-69); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Sauls suicide (Battle between Philistines and Israelites) Saul and his squire on the left are thrown on their sword. Painting by Pieter Bruegel the Elder (or Pierre Breugel or Peter Brueghel or Breughel, 1525-1569) 1562 Dim. 33.5 x 55 cm Vienna, Kunsthistorisches Museum); Luisa Ricciarini; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 23017152
© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the intense and tragic moment of the "Battle between Philistines and Israelites: Saul and his squire are thrown on their sword". Painted by Pieter Brueghel the Elder in 1562, this masterpiece is housed in the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria. The painting depicts a chaotic battlefield scene where Saul, accompanied by his loyal squire, faces defeat against the Philistines. In a desperate act of despair and honor, both men choose to end their lives by falling upon their own swords. The composition skillfully portrays the anguish and turmoil of war through its detailed depiction of soldiers engaged in combat. Brueghel's Flemish style shines through as he expertly captures every intricate detail of this biblical event. The landscape surrounding the battle adds depth to the composition while emphasizing the magnitude of human suffering caused by conflict. Religion plays a significant role in this artwork as it explores themes such as sacrifice, faith, and loyalty. Through his brushstrokes, Brueghel invites viewers to reflect on these profound aspects of human existence. Luisa Ricciarini's photographic reproduction beautifully preserves Brueghel's original work for all art enthusiasts to appreciate. This image serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst chaos and tragedy, art has an enduring power to evoke emotions and provoke contemplation about our shared history.
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