Moses

Moses

Theodor Galle

1613

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows Moses holding stone tablets and two stone blocks in his arms. His beard curls in careful lines that catch the light. The background has simple hills and a tiny figure in a robe. Here he looks strong but tired, like a man carrying too much. Cross-hatching gives the robes texture and makes the shadows deep. The print feels old but clear, with sharp details. Look for the careful shading in his beard. See how light and dark areas balance. If you like this style, check out etchings by Rembrandt van Rijn.

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