The Finding of the Infant Moses 1790

Nicolai Abildgaard's *The Finding of the Infant Moses* (1790) is a painting that depicts the biblical story of the discovery of the infant Moses in the Nile River. The painting showcases the scene of the baby in a basket being pulled out of the river by Pharaoh's daughter, while a woman in the background witnesses the event. It highlights Abildgaard's mastery of Neoclassicism, emphasizing clarity and order in the composition and depiction of the figures. This artwork is a testament to the artist's ability to bring biblical narratives to life with both historical and aesthetic accuracy. It's part of the collection at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.