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Samson and Delilah, c.1612. Creator: Jacob Matham
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Samson and Delilah, c.1612. Creator: Jacob Matham
Samson and Delilah, c.1612
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Betrayal Betraying Book Of Judges Delilah Door Doors Doorway Engraving In Black On Ivory Laid Paper Four People Haircut Jacob Matham Matham Jacob Peter Paul Rubens Philistine Pieter Pauwel Rubens Rubens Peter Paul Rubens Pieter Pauwel Rubens Sir Peter Paul Samson Sir Peter Paul Rubens
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a captivating engraving by Jacob Matham from the 17th century, showcases a pivotal moment from the Old Testament Book of Judges. The intricately detailed print, created around 1612, depicts the betrayal of the strong biblical hero Samson by his lover Delilah. The scene takes place indoors, with Delilah, dressed in rich fabrics and adorned with jewels, seated at a table near an ornate doorway. Samson, a muscular and bearded warrior, stands before her, his long hair bundled in her hands. The betrayal is hinted at by the doors open behind Delilah, revealing soldiers of the Philistine army, ready to seize the captured Samson. Matham's masterful engraving, executed in black on ivory laid paper, is a testament to the Baroque era's artistic sensibilities. The low countries artist, influenced by Peter Paul Rubens and Pieter Paul Rubens, skillfully employs chiaroscuro, contrasting light and dark, to create depth and drama. The print, with its intricate details and conceptual depth, is a significant addition to the collections of art centres, galleries, and institutes, including the Art Institute of Chicago, and a valuable heritage piece in the annals of Christianity and art history.
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