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Acrylic Blox : Isaac Blessing Jacob, c. 1638 (oil on canvas)
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Isaac Blessing Jacob, c. 1638 (oil on canvas)
XOS1202215 Isaac Blessing Jacob, c.1638 (oil on canvas) by Flinck, Govaert (1615-60); 117x141 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: This painting depicts how Jacob, pretending to be his brother Esau, tricked their blind father into bestowing Esauas birthright on him. Flinck trained under Rembrandt.); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 12714534
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Animal Skin Blessing Blindness Brother Brothers Esau Genesis Jacob Pretence Rebecca Sibling Siblings Sons Trick Trickery Tricking
8"x6" (20x15cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 15.2cm (8" x 6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The captivating painting "Isaac Blessing Jacob" by Govaert Flinck transports us to a biblical tale of deception and familial bonds. In this 1638 masterpiece, the artist skillfully captures the pivotal moment when Jacob cunningly disguises himself as his brother Esau to receive their blind father's blessing. Measuring 117x141 cm, this oil on canvas artwork is housed in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Flinck, who trained under Rembrandt, showcases his mastery of light and shadow to evoke an atmosphere filled with intrigue and tension. The scene unfolds as we witness Jacob draped in animal skin, standing before his elderly father Isaac who lies on a bed. With delicate brushstrokes, Flinck portrays the vulnerability of Isaac's blindness juxtaposed against Jacob's calculated pretense. Rebecca, their mother, watches from the background with bated breath as her sons' destinies hang in the balance. This iconic portrayal from Genesis resonates deeply within Christian religious narratives. It serves as a reminder that even amidst trickery and deceit, blessings can be bestowed upon unexpected recipients. As we gaze at this timeless piece of artistry captured by www. bridgemanimages. com for Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of the power art holds to transport us through time and space into stories that continue to shape our understanding of humanity.
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