Who painted Moses and the Serpent?

Moses and the Serpent was painted by Augustin Hirschvogel in 1548.

Where can I see Moses and the Serpent?

Moses and the Serpent is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Moses and the Serpent?

Moses and the Serpent is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Moses and the Serpent?

Museum-quality prints of Moses and the Serpent are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Moses and the Serpent

Augustin Hirschvogel , 1548

Moses and the Serpent is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Augustin Hirschvogel. It dates from 1548 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Moses and the Serpent is an etching created by Augustin Hirschvogel in 1548. The work is a print, characteristic of Hirschvogel's output during this period.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a biblical scene, likely referencing the story of Moses and the brazen serpent. A standing figure, possibly Moses, gestures towards a bearded figure seated on a cloud amidst flames and smoke.

Technique & Style

Hirschvogel's work is associated with the Danube School, known for landscape etchings. Moses and the Serpent showcases his skill in etching, with a detailed landscape in the background.

Context

The etching is part of Hirschvogel's series of small landscape etchings produced between 1545 and 1549, highlighting his contribution to the development of landscape etching in the 16th century.