Satan Challenges God to Remove his Protection from Job
1562
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Maerten van Heemskerck
Maerten van Heemskerck (1530–1530) was an artist.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Satan Challenges God to Remove his Protection from Job is a 1562 ink by Maerten van Heemskerck, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a dramatic scene with multiple figures. In the center, a bearded man sits on a cloud, holding a large orb. To his left, a winged figure with a staff appears to be in motion. On the right, a nude figure stands, while others are seated or lying on the ground. The background is filled with clouds and other figures. The level of detail in the drawing is impressive, with intricate lines and shading that give the figures depth and texture. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of volume and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The painting's use of dramatic composition and detailed drawing techniques makes it a compelling work. To learn more about the artist's use of cross-hatching, look up the technique.
Maerten van Heemskerck (1530–1530) was an artist.
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