Bijbelsche geschiedenissen uit het Nieuwe Testament by W. Cheshire

Bijbelsche geschiedenissen uit het Nieuwe Testament

1866 - 1871

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Artwork details

Medium
print, etching, paper, engraving
Dimensions
height 422 mm, width 333 mm
Copyright
Rijks Museum: Open Domain

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16_19th-century

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narrative-art

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print

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etching

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paper

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history-painting

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engraving

About this artwork

This lithograph titled ‘Bijbelsche geschiedenissen uit het Nieuwe Testament’ was created by W. Cheshire. The artwork features four scenes from the New Testament arranged in a grid-like composition, each bordered by a rounded rectangle. The monochromatic palette emphasizes texture and form. The artist employs detailed linework to construct each scene, creating depth and complexity. The composition's arrangement encourages a comparative reading, inviting viewers to draw connections between the scenes. The careful placement of figures within each scene, combined with the use of light and shadow, directs the viewer's eye and creates a narrative flow. This work functions not just as a visual aid but as a structured interpretation of religious text, reflecting broader cultural values and beliefs. Its form and composition invite ongoing interpretation and re-evaluation of the narratives it presents.

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