Joseph Interpreting the Dreams of His Fellow Prisoners

Master of the Story of Joseph

Created:
Movement:
1505
Renaissance
key Notes:
Narrative Detail, Renaissance Symbolism
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Dimensions:
Diameter 61 1/2 in. (156.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
story of the work:

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Joseph Interpreting the Dreams of His Fellow Prisoners

The painting "Joseph Interpreting the Dreams of His Fellow Prisoners," created in 1505 by the artist known as the Master of the Story of Joseph, is an exemplary work of the Northern Renaissance. Executed in oil on wood, this piece is notable for its intricate detail and vibrant use of color, characteristic of the period's artistic endeavors. The Master of the Story of Joseph remains an enigmatic figure, with little known about his life, yet his works are celebrated for their narrative clarity and compositional sophistication. This painting, in particular, captures a biblical scene with emotional depth and a keen attention to the human form, reflecting the artist's skill in storytelling through visual art. The work contributes to the broader understanding of religious themes in Renaissance art, emphasizing the era's focus on biblical interpretation and moral instruction. As part of a series, it highlights the artist's ability to convey complex narratives across multiple panels, a technique that was influential in the development of narrative art during this period.

Description of the work:

Joseph Interpreting the Dreams of His Fellow Prisoners

The painting "Joseph Interpreting the Dreams of His Fellow Prisoners," created in 1505 by the Master of the Story of Joseph, is an oil on wood artwork that exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style with its detailed depiction of biblical narratives. The piece is notable for its intricate use of color and composition to convey the emotional depth of the scene, where Joseph is shown interpreting dreams while in prison.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Joseph Interpreting the Dreams of His Fellow Prisoners