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Bathsheba After the Bath, c. 1670-5 (oil on panel)
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Bathsheba After the Bath, c. 1670-5 (oil on panel)
3545836 Bathsheba After the Bath, c.1670-5 (oil on panel) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 57.5x44.5 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah the Hittite, was bathing outside when King David saw her from the roof of his palace and fell in love with her beauty. Steen shows her summoned by letter and, moralizing on the foolishness of human behaviour, as a temptress not an innocent victim, . ); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22981354
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Bath Bathing Breast Cleansing Dutch Golden Age Golden Age Israelite Jerusalem King David Maids Moral Morality Seductive Servants Symbolism Tempting Temptress Washing Maid Symbolic
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This print showcases Jan Havicksz. Steen's masterpiece, "Bathsheba After the Bath" painted between 1670 and 1675. The oil on panel painting measures 57.5x44.5 cm and is housed in the prestigious J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, USA. The artwork depicts Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah the Hittite, after her bath as she receives a letter summoning her to King David's palace. Steen skillfully portrays Bathsheba not as an innocent victim but as a temptress, highlighting the moral complexities of human behavior. With its religious undertones and seductive imagery, this Dutch Baroque painting delves into biblical themes while exploring notions of beauty and temptation. Symbolism abounds throughout the piece: from Bathsheba flaunting her nakedness to represent vulnerability and allure to references to Jerusalem and Old Testament stories. Steen's attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of servants attending to Bathsheba during her cleansing ritual—a reflection of Dutch Golden Age artistry at its finest. This print captures the essence of Steen's work—its rich symbolism, striking composition, and masterful execution—all contributing to a thought-provoking exploration of morality within Christianity. It serves as a testament to both artistic excellence and historical significance within Dutch culture during this golden age period.
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