Jozef verklaart de dromen van Farao c. 1512

"Jozef verklaart de dromen van Farao" (Joseph Explains the Dreams of Pharaoh) is a small, octagonal watercolor on paper, dated to around 1512. Attributed to an anonymous artist, it depicts a scene from the biblical story of Joseph, the patriarch who rose to power in Egypt, interpreting the dreams of Pharaoh. This drawing, with its simple and detailed style, is characteristic of the Dutch Renaissance. The scene takes place in a grand setting with a focus on the central figures. The intricate details, like the patterned cloth on the table and the elaborate architectural elements, are emphasized through precise lines and watercolor wash. The scene is likely from a larger book of hours.