Joseph enquiring for his Brothers of a certain Man 1547 - 1550

This drawing by Maarten van Heemskerck, titled "Joseph enquiring for his Brothers of a certain Man", depicts a scene from the biblical story of Joseph. The drawing, executed in pen and ink, is a masterful example of High Renaissance style, with meticulous detail and a focus on anatomical accuracy. The composition centers on the interaction between Joseph, recognizable by his armor, and an unknown man, while a bustling crowd of figures fills the background, creating a sense of bustling activity. The scene is set in a landscape with a distant city, adding to the sense of a larger narrative. This work, dated 1547-1550, is housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.