Artwork
Hagar and Ismael in the desert

Hagar and Ismael in the desert is an oil painting by the French Classical Baroque artist Claude Lorrain. It dates from 1668 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
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Overview
Hagar and Ismael in the Desert is a 1668 oil painting by Claude Lorrain, a French artist associated with the Baroque movement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a biblical scene, showing Hagar and her son Ismael in a desolate landscape, conveying a sense of isolation and quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Lorrain employed the glazing technique to achieve the soft, muted color palette characteristic of the work, which features greens, browns, and blues.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Alte Pinakothek collection and exemplifies the French Classical Baroque style, blending landscape and narrative elements.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Claude Lorrain (French:; born Claude Gellée, called le Lorrain in French; traditionally just Claude in English; c.



















