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From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
Joshua commanding the Sun to stand still is an oil by John Martin, held at Ashmolean Museum.
This painting shows a dramatic scene with a large figure in the foreground, possibly Joshua, holding up his hand towards the sky. The background is dark and moody, with a bright light shining down from above. The painting has a sense of movement and energy, with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. The use of chiaroscuro creates a strong contrast between light and dark, adding to the overall drama of the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to look up John Martin.
John Martin (19 July 1789 – 17 February 1854) was an English Romanticist painter, engraver, and illustrator.
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