Landscape with the Offering of Isaac
According to the Old Testament, God tested Abraham’s faith by commanding him to sacrifice his only son, Isaac (Genesis 22:1–13). At the last moment an angel appeared and stayed Abraham
Herri met de Bles (1500 – 1555)
Explore the atmospheric landscapes of herri met de bles – a Flemish Renaissance painter known for ‘civetta’ owls & mining scenes. Discover his Mannerist style!
About this artwork
- Title: Landscape with the Offering of Isaac
- Artist: Herri met de Bles
- Year: 1540
- Original dimensions: 56.0 x 86.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Corpus context: complex religious scenes , renaissance & early mannerism
- Keywords: dark landscape , offering of isaac , earthy colors
- Color intensity: Monochromatic


