Saul Reproved by Samuel for Not Obeying the Commandments of the Lord 1798
johnsingletoncopley
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possibly oil pastel
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oil painting
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famous-people
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neo expressionist
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portrait head and shoulder
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underpainting
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animal portrait
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mythology
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animal drawing portrait
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facial portrait
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portrait art
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digital portrait
John Singleton Copley’s "Saul Reproved by Samuel for Not Obeying the Commandments of the Lord" (1798) is a dramatic depiction of a biblical story. Samuel, a prophet, confronts King Saul for his disobedience to God's command to destroy the Amalekites. The painting's dynamism is conveyed through the figures' poses, the clash of colors, and the turbulent sky, creating a sense of urgency and tension. This work showcases Copley's mastery of historical painting, a genre that was popular during the 18th century.
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