Artwork
Job offering a sacrifice on his return to prosperity
Job offering a sacrifice on his return to prosperity is an oil painting by John Linnell. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created by John Linnell in 1845, is titled 'Job Offering a Sacrifice on His Return to Prosperity.' It is a representation of a biblical scene, characteristic of Linnell's work in religious and allegorical subjects.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Job, dressed in a white robe, praying beside a fire surrounded by others. Set against a backdrop of rolling hills and mountains, the scene conveys a mood of reverence and contemplation, capturing a moment of Job's return to prosperity.
Technique & Style
Linnell's naturalist style is evident in the muted colors used for the landscape. The artist's attention to detail and admiration for Northern Renaissance art are reflected in the composition and execution of the work.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Fitzwilliam Museum's collection. Linnell, an English artist known for his engravings, portraits, and landscapes, was associated with figures like William Blake and the group known as the Ancients.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Linnell (16 June 1792 – 20 January 1882) was an English engraver, portrait painter, and landscape painter.
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