Joseph and Potiphar's Wife
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Joseph and Potiphar's Wife is a 1750 by Robert, Sir Strange, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two figures in classical robes. The woman on the left reaches out to the man on the right, who holds up his hand in a defensive gesture. The scene is set against a backdrop of drapery and a window with a cloudy sky. The figures are rendered in a detailed, realistic style, with intricate folds in their clothing and expressive facial expressions. The overall mood of the painting is one of tension and drama. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the work of the artist, Strange, Robert, Sir.
This print on paper depicts the biblical scene of Joseph and Potiphar's Wife, based on a composition by Guido Reni. The artwork portrays the moment when Potiphar's wife attempts to seduce Joseph, who resists her advances.
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Strange, Robert, Sir (1782–1782) was an artist.
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