Abraham's Sacrifice of Isaac

David Teniers the Younger

Created:
Movement:
1654/56
Baroque
key Notes:
Baroque Dramatic Tension Religious Allegory
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Dimensions:
20.9 × 30.7 cm (8 1/4 × 12 1/8 in.)
medium:
Oil on panel
Difficulty:
Expert
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Abraham's Sacrifice of Isaac by David Teniers the Younger

David Teniers the Younger (1610–1690) was a prominent Flemish Baroque painter known for his genre scenes and landscapes. His painting, Abraham's Sacrifice of Isaac, created between 1654 and 1656, is an exemplary work of his mastery in oil on panel. This piece reflects Teniers' ability to convey dramatic biblical narratives with emotional depth and technical precision. The painting captures the pivotal moment of divine intervention, showcasing Teniers' skill in rendering human expressions and dynamic compositions. Teniers' work significantly contributed to the development of genre painting in the 17th century, influencing both his contemporaries and later artists. His legacy is marked by a prolific output and a keen ability to blend religious themes with everyday realism.

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Abraham's Sacrifice of Isaac by David Teniers the Younger

Created between 1654 and 1656, "Abraham's Sacrifice of Isaac" by David Teniers the Younger is an oil on panel painting that exemplifies the Baroque style with its dramatic use of light and shadow to convey the emotional intensity of the biblical narrative. The artwork is noted for its detailed depiction of the figures and landscape, characteristic of Teniers' meticulous approach to composition and texture.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Abraham's Sacrifice of Isaac