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Story of Gideon, Judge and warrior of the Hebrews, late 16th century (tapestry)
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Story of Gideon, Judge and warrior of the Hebrews, late 16th century (tapestry)
CUL4905553 Story of Gideon, Judge and warrior of the Hebrews, late 16th century (tapestry) by Heemskerck, Maerten van (1498-1574); 371x406 cm; Museo Diocesano, Albarracin, Teruel, Spain; (add.info.: Cartoons by designed by Maarten van Heemskerck (1496-1574), manufactured by Frans Geubels, Brussels. Story of Gideon (Gedeon): The Israelites hand their portion of the booty to Gideon. late 16th c. (371 x 406 cm). GIDEON. Judge and warrior of the Hebrews. Seventh tapestry in the series Story of Gideon'. Old Testament (Judges 8, 22-27). After the victory over the Midianites, the Sons of Israel asked Gideon to govern them and to establish his own dynasty. Gideon refused only the Lord will rule over you'". However, he did want a reward, and requested that each of you give me a ring from your share of the plunder. For it was the custom of the Ishmaelites to wear gold rings'. All the Israelites agreed to the request and so they spread out a garment, and each of them threw a ring from his plunder onto it. The weight of the gold rings he asked for came to seventeen hundred shekels, not counting the ornaments, the pendants and the purple garments worn by the kings of Midian or the chains that were on their camels necks" (around two hundred kilograms of gold just in rings). Detail.); Photo © Maeyaert/AIC
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This print showcases a late 16th-century tapestry titled "Story of Gideon, Judge and warrior of the Hebrews". Created by Maerten van Heemskerck, this masterpiece measures an impressive 371x406 cm and is housed in the Museo Diocesano in Albarracin, Teruel, Spain. The tapestry depicts a pivotal moment from the biblical story of Gideon. After leading the Israelites to victory against the Midianites, Gideon was asked by his people to become their ruler. However, he humbly declined and proclaimed that only the Lord should rule over them. Although Gideon refused power for himself, he did request a reward from his fellow Israelites. In an unusual twist, he asked each person to give him a ring from their share of the plunder. The image captures this scene as all the Israelites agreed to his request and threw their rings onto a spread-out garment. The weight of these gold rings alone amounted to seventeen hundred shekels or approximately two hundred kilograms! This astonishing detail highlights both the wealth acquired through victory and Gideon's astute negotiation skills. Through intricate design and vibrant colors, van Heemskerck brings this ancient tale to life on fabric. The print allows viewers today to appreciate not only its artistic beauty but also delve into religious narratives that have shaped history for centuries.
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