Haman begging the mercy of Esther (Esther 7:6-7)
1618
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1618
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
The painting depicts a dramatic scene with a woman in a yellow dress, seated on a couch, and a man in a blue robe kneeling before her. The woman's right arm is extended, while her left hand grasps the man's head. A table with a white cloth and various objects is visible in the background, accompanied by a man in a turban holding a sword. In the foreground, a large bowl sits on the floor, adding to the sense of opulence. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of tension and drama, with the figures' emotions and actions taking center stage. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the paintings of Pieter Lastman.
