Open full image Pin

Copy after the painting Joseph and his brothers in Egypt attributed to the Isaac Master in the Upper Church, San Francesco, Assisi

Edward Kaiser

1875

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Biedermeier Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Religious

Dominant colour

Copy after the painting Joseph and his brothers in Egypt attributed to the Isaac Master in the Upper Church, San Francesco, Assisi is a 1875 watercolor by Edward Kaiser, a Biedermeier work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Edward Kaiser
When & what style?: 1875 · Biedermeier
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a group of people gathered around a seated figure who looks important. The seated person wears a golden halo and a green robe, holding a book. The others stand in a line, dressed in simple robes of different colors—some reach toward the seated figure, while one person on the left points at the book. Behind them, a building with arches and columns appears faded, as if seen through a window. The colors are soft and slightly faded, giving the scene a dreamy, old feel. The people’s faces look calm and focused, but their exact expressions are hard to read. The artist copied an older painting, but added their own touch with gentle watercolor brushstrokes. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour copy of the painting *Joseph and his brothers in Egypt* attributed to the Isaac Master in the Upper Church, San Francesco, Assisi, was made by Eduard Kaiser in 1875. The work is inscribed in ink with the artist's name and date. It was created as a study for the Arundel Society but was never published.

Read the full account in the museum source.