17th Century Flemish School - The Judgment Of Solomon

This masterful work, entitled The Judgment of Solomon, is an oil on wood panel by a 17th-century Flemish artist. The work depicts an iconic biblical scene in which King Solomon, dressed in rich robes and wearing a turban, delivers his famous judgment.

The composition is subtly orchestrated: the king sits enthroned on the left, dominating the scene, while the two women disputing the child's maternity are depicted on the right, in expressive and theatrical poses. The painting is distinguished by its rich color and mastery of lighting effects. The purple and red drapes surrounding Solomon's throne contrast with the bright blue sky visible through the arches in the background. The checkerboard floor reinforces the perspective and guides the eye toward the center of the action. The scene takes place in a monumental interior with massive columns, creating a solemn and dramatic setting. The Judgment of Solomon is a biblical episode from the Old Testament (1 Kings 3:16-28). It depicts the wisdom of King Solomon, who proposes cutting a child in two to resolve a dispute between two women claiming to be the child's mother. The true mother reveals her compassion by preferring to give up her child rather than see it die, thus demonstrating the king's justice. The artist captures the crucial moment when Solomon pronounces his decree. The facial expressions are finely detailed: the distress of the true mother, the impassiveness of the king, and the attitude of the impostor woman. The secondary characters add to the dramatic tension, creating a truly visual drama. The rich and deep color palette is typical of the Flemish School: deep reds, intense blues, and subtle shadows add volume to the figures. The contrast between the dark interiors and the bright sky heightens the dramatic tension.

This oil on wood panel is in excellent condition, with no apparent repainting or traces of restoration. The wood and gilded stucco frame, made after the work, is in very good condition, adding an additional touch of elegance.

Dimensions with frame: 52 x 44 cm. Panel dimensions: 39.5 x 30.4 cm.

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