Jacob meets Rachel at the Well 1638 - 1694

Filippo Lauri's "Jacob meets Rachel at the Well" (1638-1694) depicts a scene from the Bible, where Jacob, disguised as a shepherd, falls in love with Rachel at a well. The painting, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Lauri's mastery of Baroque style, with its dramatic use of light and shadow, and the dynamic poses of the figures. The central figures, Jacob and Rachel, stand out against a picturesque landscape, highlighting the moment of their encounter. This captivating scene, full of emotion and biblical narrative, has captivated art lovers for centuries.