Susanna and the Elders
1713
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1713
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
The painting depicts a scene with three men in the background, one of whom is pointing towards the right side of the image. In the foreground, a woman is shown in a white robe, sitting on a red cushion with her left arm raised and her right hand holding the robe. The background features trees and a blue sky. The woman's pose and the men's actions suggest a narrative, but the specifics are unclear. The use of oil paint is evident in the smooth, blended colors and textures. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Giuseppe Bartolomeo Chiari, an Italian artist known for his use of chiaroscuro.
