1548
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Queen of Sheba's Visit to Solomon is a 1548 ink by Augustin Hirschvogel, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
In this etching, a king sits on a throne, surrounded by attendants and advisors. The queen stands before him, accompanied by her own retinue. The scene is set against a backdrop of drapery, with various objects scattered around the floor. The king's throne is adorned with a crown, and he wears a regal robe. The queen is dressed in a long, flowing gown, and her attendants carry various items such as a vase and a basket. The atmosphere is one of grandeur and ceremony. This etching is a fine example of Renaissance art, and it can be found in the collection of the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 – February 1553) was a German artist, mathematician, and cartographer known primarily for his etchings.
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