1550
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Joseph Interpreting his Dreams is a 1550 by Raphael, a High Renaissance work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This print shows a group of men in a wooded landscape. Some are sitting, others standing, all dressed in loose, flowing clothes. One man kneels on the ground, holding a staff, while another group huddles together. In the background, trees and hills stretch out, and a lone palm tree stands tall. The scene feels busy but calm, with lots of small details in the clothing and plants. Notice how the artist used shading to make the figures look three-dimensional. The way light and dark areas blend gives the scene depth, even though it’s a print. Look up sfumato to see how this technique works.
This engraving depicts Joseph explaining his dreams to his brothers, after a composition by Raphael, and is printed on paper with the inscription "RAPH. VR. IN."
Read the full account in the museum source.
Raphael was born Raffaello Sanzio in Urbino on April 6, 1483, the son of Giovanni Santi, a painter and poet attached to the ducal court.
See the richer artist pageYour cart is empty
Explore artworks →
