The Angel Raphael Takes Leave of Old Tobit and his Son Tobias
1618
93.0 x 62.0 cm
National Gallery of Denmark
Like so many other artists of the day Pieter Lastman went to Rome when his studies were completed. Here, he met artists such as the German painter Adam Elsheimer (1578-1610). Inspired by Elsheimer, Lastman adopted and developed the so-called cabinet pieces, small paintings showing scenes from the Bible, history, or mythology.The painting
pieter pietersz lastman (1583 – 1633)
Pieter Pietersz Lastman (1583-1633) was a Dutch Golden Age painter known for dramatic biblical scenes & winter landscapes. Explore his works, including 'The Battle of Constantine'. #DutchArt #Lastman
National Gallery of Denmark (Copenhagen, Denmark)
Experience the National Gallery of Denmark in Copenhagen through its breathtaking European masterpieces and Golden Age Nordic art, offering an immersive journey through history that invites you to explore its treasures.
About this artwork
- Title: The Angel Raphael Takes Leave of Old Tobit and his Son Tobias
- Artist: pieter pietersz lastman
- Year: 1618
- Original dimensions: 93.0 x 62.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: National Gallery of Denmark
- Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
- Perceived brightness: deep_shadow