Artwork
Moses and the Daughters of Jethro
Moses and the Daughters of Jethro is an oil painting by Ciro Ferri. It dates from 1671 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
About this work
Overview
Ciro Ferri's 'Moses and the Daughters of Jethro' is a Baroque oil painting created around 1671. It is now part of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting illustrates a biblical scene where Moses interacts with Jethro's daughters at a well. The composition includes several figures, animals, and a landscape background.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Ferri's use of color and texture, with visible brushstrokes and a palette of blues, greens, and browns. The artist's application of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere.
History & Provenance
As a pupil and successor of Pietro da Cortona, Ferri worked within the dynamic style of the Baroque period. The painting is a representation of his skill within this ornate tradition.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Ciro Ferri (1634 – 13 September 1689) was an Italian Baroque sculptor and painter, the chief pupil and successor of Pietro da Cortona.
