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Saul and the Witch of Endor, 1526 (oil on panel)
XOS1219817 Saul and the Witch of Endor, 1526 (oil on panel) by Oostsanen, Jacob Cornelisz van (1470-1533); 85.5x122.8 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Fearing the outcome of a battle, Saul, king of the Israelites, consulted the fortune-telling witch of Endor. On hearing that he would lose, the king threw himself on his sword. His suicide a in the middle background a is a warning against witchcraft. In the foreground is a Witchesa Sabbath: the fortune-teller sits within a chalk circle, surrounded by other witches, satyrs and imaginary figures.); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 12716088
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Book Of Samuel Devils Endor Fortune Teller Fortune Telling Goat Magic Prediction Prophecy Prophet Saul Sorcery Spell Witch Witchcraft Witches Northern Renaissance
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.4cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the intense and dramatic scene of "Saul and the Witch of Endor" painted by Jacob Cornelisz van Oostsanen in 1526. The artwork, displayed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, depicts a pivotal moment from the Old Testament's Book of Samuel. In this haunting image, Saul, the troubled king of Israelites, seeks guidance from a fortune-telling witch named Endor. Fearing defeat in an upcoming battle, he desperately consults her for prophecy. However, upon hearing that his fate is sealed with impending loss, Saul succumbs to despair and throws himself on his sword. The painting serves as a cautionary tale against witchcraft as it portrays Saul's tragic end resulting from his reliance on supernatural forces. In the foreground lies a chilling depiction of a Witches' Sabbath: witches gathered within a chalk circle surrounded by satyrs and imaginary creatures. This imagery emphasizes the dark allure and dangers associated with sorcery. Van Oostsanen's mastery shines through in this Northern Renaissance piece with its intricate details and vibrant colors. The composition draws viewers into both the emotional turmoil experienced by Saul and the eerie world inhabited by witches. Through this thought-provoking artwork, we are reminded of humanity's eternal fascination with divination while also contemplating its potential consequences.
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