Jael and Sisera
1633
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
1633
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
Jael and Sisera is a 1633 oil by Pedro Núñez del Valle, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
This painting depicts a dramatic scene with a woman standing over a man lying on the ground. The woman, dressed in a white and black dress, holds a hammer in her right hand, while the man wears a suit of armor. In the background, several men in armor are visible, some holding spears or swords. The woman's expression is one of determination, while the man on the ground appears lifeless. The armor and weapons suggest a battle or conflict has taken place. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and drama to the scene. To learn more about this technique, explore the world of chiaroscuro.
Pedro Núñez del Valle (Madrid, c. 1597 – 1649) was a Spanish painter of the Baroque era. According to Antonio Palomino he was born in Madrid where he lived and worked for the rest of his life after studying in Rome. He…
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