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Prophets from the Old Testament: Moses, c. 1910 (oil on canvas)
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Prophets from the Old Testament: Moses, c. 1910 (oil on canvas)
WAG292745 Prophets from the Old Testament: Moses, c.1910 (oil on canvas) by Shields, Frederic James (1833-1911); 171.5x50.2 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; (add.info.: design for a stained glass window for the Chapel of the Ascension, Bayswater Road, London, which was completed in 1910 but destroyed by a bomb in WWI; ); eWolverhampton Art Gallery; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22946000
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This print showcases Frederic James Shields' masterpiece, "Prophets from the Old Testament: Moses". Painted in 1910 using oil on canvas, this artwork measures an impressive 171.5x50.2 cm and is currently housed at Wolverhampton Art Gallery in West Midlands, UK. The painting depicts Moses, one of the most revered figures in religious history. With his long white beard and wise expression, he stands tall as a symbol of wisdom and divine guidance. Clutching the tablets of the law with one hand and holding a rod with the other, Moses exudes authority and power. Shields created this piece as a design for a stained glass window intended for the Chapel of Ascension on Bayswater Road in London. Unfortunately, due to tragic circumstances during World War I when it was destroyed by a bomb blast. Intriguingly, Shields incorporates symbolism into his portrayal of Moses. A snake slithers around his arm - an allusion to the biblical story where Moses turned his staff into a serpent before Pharaoh's court. This inclusion adds depth to the composition while reminding viewers of Moses' miraculous powers bestowed upon him by God. "Prophets from the Old Testament: Moses" serves as both an artistic marvel and spiritual inspiration that transcends time. It captures not only Shields' exceptional talent but also highlights significant themes within Christianity such as faith, leadership, and divine intervention.
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