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Moses brought before Pharaoh's Daughter, by Bonifazio Veronese, unspecified, 1530

Moses brought before Pharaoh's Daughter

Bonifazio Veronese

1530

unspecified

From the collection of Ashmolean Museum

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Overview

Moses brought before Pharaoh's Daughter is a 1530 unspecified by Bonifazio Veronese, held at Ashmolean Museum.

Who painted this?
Bonifazio Veronese
When & what style?
1530
Where can I see it?
Ashmolean Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a scene with several figures in an outdoor setting. The main focus is on a group of people gathered around a woman, who appears to be holding a baby. The figures are dressed in clothing from a bygone era, with the woman wearing a long, flowing gown and a head covering. In the background, there are trees and what seems to be a body of water, adding depth to the composition. The artist has used a range of colors to bring the scene to life, with earthy tones dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of serenity and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world depicted in the painting. For more on the technique used in this work, look up chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Artist

Bonifazio Veronese

Bonifazio Veronese, born Bonifazio de' Pitati (1487 – 19 October 1553), was a Venetian Renaissance painter who was active in the Venetian Republic.

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