The Idolatry of Solomon
1693
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
1693
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
This painting shows a group of people in robes, gathered around a large, ornate object. The scene is set in front of a backdrop of trees and sky, with a few columns visible in the background. The people are dressed in a mix of red, white, and blue robes, with some of them looking up towards the sky. One interesting detail is the way the light falls on the figures, with some of them cast in shadow while others are illuminated. This creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting.
