French School Of The 19th C. - Moses Defending Jethro's Daughters At The Well - Oil On Canvas
Oil on canvas depicting the biblical episode in which Moses comes to the aid of Jethro's daughters at the well.
41.5 × 66.5 cm on stretcher.
The canvas has undergone an early lining.
The work refers to the story in the Book of Exodus (2:16-17). After growing up in Pharaoh's court in Egypt, Moses kills an Egyptian who is mistreating a Hebrew and has to flee to the land of Midian. Arriving near a well, he encounters Jethro's daughters and intervenes to protect them from shepherds who were pushing them away, before helping them water their flock.
The scene illustrates this episode of protection and justice, a prelude to Moses' welcome in Jethro's house.
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis Philippe, Charles 10th
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Oil painting
Length: 41,5 cm
Width: 66,5 cm
Reference (ID): 1768871
Availability: In stock
