The Sacrifice of Noah Descending from the Ark SOLD

"The Sacrifice of Noah Descending from the Ark" -------- Oil on canvas from the first half of the 17th century -------- Roman author from the circle of Nicolas Poussin (Les Andelis1594-Rome1665) -------- Canvas dimensions 88 x 64 cm, with antique gilded frame 102 x 78 cm ------- Excellent condition with old relining and application of protective varnish. --------- Provenance: Roman collection. ---------- Very interesting and particularly lively work, characterized by theatrical poses and marked expressions of the numerous protagonists. The biblical scene from verse 20 of Genesis is depicted. Noah, having descended from the Ark with all the species of animals, as commanded by God, builds an altar and offers sacrifices in his honor. From the Book of Genesis, chapter 8, 15 - 20. (20) "Then Noah built an altar to the Lord; he took of every clean animal and of every clean bird and offered burnt offerings on the altar." The last photo published refers to the painting before its cleaning. More photographic details at www.antichitaischia.it