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Jacob's Dream, by Ferdinand Bol, oil, 1650

Jacob's Dream

Ferdinand Bol

1650

oil

canvas

From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister

Dominant colour

Overview

Jacob's Dream is a 1650 oil by Ferdinand Bol, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister.

Who painted this?
Ferdinand Bol
When & what style?
1650 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister

About this work

This painting shows a dream scene with an angel and a man. The angel is wearing a white robe and has large wings. The man is lying down, looking up at the angel. The angel is pointing to something in the distance. The man's face shows a mix of surprise and wonder. The background is dark, with some light coming from above. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of artist Ferdinand Bol.

About the artist

Portrait of Ferdinand Bol
Artist

Ferdinand Bol

Ferdinand Bol (24 June 1616 - 24 August 1680) was a Dutch painter, etcher and draftsman.

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