Isaac and Rebekka before Abimelech
1677 - 1755
Elias van Nijmegen captures a biblical 'oops' moment in this lively sketch, depicting the story of Isaac and Rebecca before King Abimelech. The King, draped in purple and wearing a crown, gestures dramatically after discovering Isaac lied about Rebecca being his sister to protect himself—a classic self-preservation tactic from the Book of Genesis. The loose ink and watercolor wash give the scene a theatrical, Baroque energy, with a ragged figure in the foreground adding to the bustling composition.
- Technique
- Pen and ink with watercolor wash
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