The Finding of Moses
1745
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1745
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Finding of Moses is a 1745 ink by Joseph Wagner, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a woman in a long dress standing under a tree, holding an umbrella. Around her, three children play near a basket on the ground. The scene is set in a wooded area with bushes and birds flying around. The woman looks calm, while the children seem busy with their own activities. The basket on the ground might hold a clue to what’s really happening here. The title says it’s about a biblical story, but the focus is on the quiet moment in nature. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Wagner created these detailed prints.
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