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Moses Receiving the Tablets, by Augustin Hirschvogel, ink, 1548

Moses Receiving the Tablets

Augustin Hirschvogel

1548

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Moses Receiving the Tablets is a 1548 ink by Augustin Hirschvogel, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Augustin Hirschvogel
When & what style?
1548 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a scene with Moses receiving the tablets, surrounded by a group of people. In the foreground, a man is shown holding the tablets, while another figure is seen in the background. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and clouds. The artist's use of etching creates a sense of depth and texture, adding to the overall visual impact of the painting. The level of detail in the scene is impressive, with intricate lines and shading that bring the characters to life. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to look up Augustin Hirschvogel.

About the artist

Portrait of Augustin Hirschvogel
Artist

Augustin Hirschvogel

Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.

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