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Samson, c. 1630 (oil on canvas)
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Samson, c. 1630 (oil on canvas)
499826 Samson, c.1630 (oil on canvas)
by Boulogne, Valentin de (1594-1632); 157x125 (framed) 135.6x102.8 (unframed) cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Samson killed a lion with his hands and liberated the Israelites by slaughtering a thousand Philistines with a donkeys jawbone-heroic actions represented by objects on the table. The dramatic, emotionally charged drapery contrasts with Samsons brooding, inward expression.
); Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22670632
© Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund / Bridgeman Images
Biblical Character Heroic Skull
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This print showcases Valentin de Boulogne's masterpiece, "Samson" from around 1630. The painting, displayed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA, depicts the biblical character Samson in a moment of heroic triumph. With his bare hands, he slays a lion and later liberates the Israelites by single-handedly defeating a thousand Philistines using only a donkey's jawbone. The artist skillfully captures the intensity and emotion of this scene through dramatic drapery that contrasts with Samson's brooding expression. The objects on the table symbolize his heroic actions and add depth to the narrative. Measuring 157x125 cm when framed (or 135.6x102.8 cm unframed), this oil on canvas artwork is an exemplary representation of seventeenth-century French artistry. It portrays Samson as a strong and determined figure, embodying bravery and faith. The inclusion of religious motifs such as armor and a skull reinforces the biblical context while highlighting themes of sacrifice and mortality. This portrait offers viewers an opportunity to reflect on Christian beliefs within historical contexts. As part of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund collection at the museum, this print serves as a reminder of Boulogne's talent for capturing powerful moments from ancient texts through his masterful brushstrokes.
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