Judgement of Solomon n.d.

Abraham van Diepenbeeck's "Judgement of Solomon" is a pen and ink drawing that depicts the biblical story of King Solomon's wisdom in resolving a dispute between two women claiming the same infant child. The drawing features a detailed depiction of the scene, with Solomon seated on his throne, the two women arguing before him, and the baby lying on the ground. The artist's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and volume, making the figures appear both realistic and dramatic. This drawing is a testament to van Diepenbeeck's skill as a draftsman and his ability to capture the essence of a biblical story in a single image.