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Elijah's Sacrifice, 1645. Creator: Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Elijah's Sacrifice, 1645. Creator: Bartholomeus Breenbergh
Elijah's Sacrifice, 1645
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Bartholomeus Breenbergh's Elijah's Sacrifice, painted in 1645, captures the dramatic moment from the Old Testament book of Kings when the prophet Elijah, a follower of the Hebrew God, demonstrates his faith by sacrificing a bull on an altar as a test of faith during a drought. The Dutch Baroque master's painting depicts Elijah, dressed in a simple robe, standing confidently before the altar, gazing up at the heavens as he holds a firebrand in one hand and a knife in the other. The Danish background landscape is filled with ominous clouds, and a thunderbolt strikes in the distance, adding to the sense of drama and divine intervention. The painting, now housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst (National Gallery of Denmark), was created during the Baroque era and is an oil on wood masterpiece. The low country artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricately painted robes and the lifelike expressions of the figures. The painting's rich colors and bold brushstrokes bring the biblical story to life, transporting viewers back to the time of the prophets and the challenges they faced in their unwavering faith. Elijah's Sacrifice is a testament to the enduring power of religious art and the ability of a painting to evoke emotion and inspire reflection. The painting's location in the National Gallery of Denmark, a cultural heritage site and art center, allows it to be appreciated by visitors from around the world, making it an important part of Denmark's artistic and historical heritage.
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