Solomon Worshipping False Gods
1501
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1501
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
In this engraving, a man kneels before a statue of a nude female figure, while a woman stands beside him, pointing towards the statue. The man wears a long robe and a turban, and the woman is dressed in a flowing gown with her hair tied up. The scene is set in a room with arched windows and a vaulted ceiling. The engraving features intricate cross-hatching, which creates a sense of depth and texture. The artist's use of light and shadow adds to the overall mood of the piece. The level of detail and the use of cross-hatching are reminiscent of the work of Albrecht Dürer, a German artist known for his engravings.