French painter (18th century) - Joseph thrown by his brothers into the cistern.
84 x 105 cm.
Oil on canvas, unframed.
The painting depicts the biblical episode of Joseph being thrown by his brothers into the cistern (Genesis 37: 23-24). The scene unfolds in an essential architectural setting, open to a portico with a rounded arch, where seven male figures are arranged around a large metal vessel. In the center, young Joseph is being lowered with his hands tied, while his brothers observe the scene with varying expressions, from indifference to curiosity. The work is distinguished by its entirely monochromatic execution in shades of blue, a camaieu technique common in decorative painting and 18th-century models, which gives the composition an almost sculptural effect.
Condition report: Lined canvas. Good condition of the painted surface, with traces of old restorations and wear.
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